Trail Running calendar near Mount Gilead 2026-2027

Trail races at Lake Crabtree in Morrisville feature forested single track with hairpin turns, berms, and short technical sections. Distances include a 10K plus and a Half Marathon with chip timing, aid stations, awards, and post race food.

The fifth annual Charlotte's Dog Jog is a 5K at McAlpine Creek Park on March 21, 2026, run on the Larry McAfee cross-country course. The event features adoptable dogs, coffee and doughnuts, and cash prizes for top finishers in both dog and..

The Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 10M will take place in Kings Mountain on Saturday 28 March 2026. You can run between 3 and 10 miles.

A trail-running event at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte offering full and half marathon distances on marked natural-surface trails, with aid stations, packet pick-up, participant waivers, and age-group awards.

A trail running event at Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve on April 4, 2026 offering 25K and 50K distances. The course runs on sandy, root strewn trails under longleaf pines and includes an aid station, timing, shirts and finisher me..

Join I Run for the Gospel in Monroe on April 8, 2026 for a joyful run celebrating faith, community, and healthy living. Proceeds support outreach and programs that expand worship, service, and culinary education for those in need.

A trail event at Cedarock Park with four unique 5K+ loops offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, and half marathon relay options, plus a free kids race and post-race amenities.

The Haw River Island Ramble will take place in Graham on Saturday 11 April 2026. You can run 4 miles.

Uforea stages daytime and nighttime 50K trail races on the Uwharrie and Dutchman's Creek systems near Troy, NC, with an option to combine both into a 100K. Fields are limited and overall awards are given for top male and female finishers.

Join the 10th annual Rise & Run 5K in Southern Pines for a scenic trail run with a 1 mile kids race, live music, and food trucks. Proceeds support Friend to Friend, empowering survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.

Trail race at Bur-Mil Park in Greensboro on April 25, 2026. Options include a half marathon or four mile run, plus ruck and virtual entries, with technical shirts and a finisher medal that links to the NC Trail Mega Medal Series.

Join the Iredell Rise & Shine 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at Jennings Park for a family friendly morning of exercise on scenic nature trails. Enjoy food trucks, vendor booths, and activities as the community celebrates parks and healthy living.

Philosopher's Way Trail Runs in Carolina North Forest offers marked 7k and 10 mile courses with in-person and self timed options on April 26, 2026. Proceeds support trail and habitat restoration in the forest.

Run the Moonlight Bootlegger 5K at Hagan Stone Park under glowing LED tea lights with live bluegrass near the finish. Bring a headlamp for rooty, rolling trails and enjoy a custom shirt, post race food and a moonshine mason jar.

MammothMarch returns to Kings Mountain State Park on May 9, 2026 for long distance hikes through the Blue Ridge foothills. Pick 20 or 30 mile routes that pass historic Revolutionary War sites and scenic lakes for a memorable outdoor challen..

Hit the trails at Northwood High School in Pittsboro on Saturday May 9 for the Run to the Rhythm Trail 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run and Walk. Scenic wooded paths, gentle hills and an event T shirt plus goodie bag make this a perfect family friendl..

The Agape 100K and 50K in Fuquay Varina NC were scheduled as looped trail races at Camp Agape but have been cancelled. The course used roughly 6 mile loops with two aid stations and significant elevation gain.

Enjoy a scenic, technical trail loop in Waxhaw NC on May 16 with a 50K (three laps) or 10 Miler (one lap). Expect woods, prairie and lake views, limited aid, cupless course so bring your hydration; medals for finishers.

Trail races of 2 mile, 5 mile, and 10 mile take place at Briar Chapel Great Meadow Park in Chapel Hill on May 16, 2026. Courses start on pavement then move to single track with rock and root sections and include a free kids race and post ra..

Run May Madness 50K in Hoffman NC by completing ten consecutive 5K loops in a single day on natural trail surfaces. Finish every loop to earn your 50K, with free camping and limited spots so register early for a shirt and pottery awards.