Trail Running calendar near Mount Gilead 2026-2027

A memorial weekend run in Cary with in-person and virtual 2, 4, and 6 mile options, a new course at the Northwest Cary YMCA, medals for finishers, and awards that support the local Veterans of Foreign Wars.

A private-farm trail event in Monroe NC offering the backyard ultra format with repeated 4.167 mile loops and a single-loop fun run, an intermediate trail with varied terrain, self-supported rules, camping, music, and crew limits.

Run Fleet Feet's Big Run 5K in Kernersville this June, featuring a community cross country 5K and a one mile fun run for Global Running Day. Expect competitive heats, cash prizes for elites, and proceeds supporting shoes for underprivileged..

A community 5K and children's run in Clover, South Carolina on June 6, 2026 supporting local families, underprivileged children, and veterans. The event features a DJ, age group medals, free shirts, a kids scavenger hunt and local vendors.

Trail event in Lowell NC using a 10 mile park loop for 50K and 5K distances. Aid stations provide food and fluids, trekking poles are allowed and a 10 hour cutoff applies.

A trail event at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area with a Vertical Mile and a Half Vertical Mile held on a looped course featuring the steep Stairway to Heaven climb. Entry is limited to 175 participants and costs $40 plus fees.

Take on the 40th Ultimate Runner on June 27, 2026 in Winston Salem, NC, a one day test combining four track races plus a 5K cross country where you must finish all five to score. Finishers get the event shirt and a collectible decal.

Rudolph's Revenge is a Christmas in July night 5K in Rock Hill benefiting the Northwestern High cross country team. Run a glow lit grass and track loop in costume, with chip timing, music, snacks and awards.

Two trail distances at Harris Lake County Park on July 18, 2026 combine wide dirt road, open meadows and forested single track with lake views. Limited field, frequent aid stations, chip timing and a free kids Race for Treasure.

A looped trail event at Rocky Branch Park, Belmont NC on August 15, 2026 offering 50K, 25K and 5K. Laps are 3.24 miles with about 293 feet gain and aid stations supply food, drinks, and first aid.

The 2026 Sugg Farm Ultra in Holly Springs, NC was cancelled. The event used a 5 mile out and back trail loop with 20, 40 and 50 mile options, two aid stations, a cupless policy and allowance for one pacer on the final lap.

Join Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem Half Marathon and 10K at Hagan Stone Park with morning and evening starts plus a double option to run both sessions. Smooth trails, connecting day and night medals, a custom hoodie and postrace food await.

Trail races at Cane Creek Mountain Natural Area near Snow Camp NC offering a 10K and a half marathon on single track with steep climbs, an optional climb up an 80 foot observation tower, chip timing, aid stations, and shuttles.

A 5K run or walk in Kannapolis on September 26, 2026 that raises funds for Leashes of Valor to provide no cost service dogs to post 9 11 veterans. The event is dog friendly and includes race shirts, packet pickup, and donation options.

An iterative Last Man Standing race on a 3.1 mile (5K) loop in Kings Mountain, NC. Time limits cycle 40, 45, 50, 55, 60 minutes and reset; runners are eliminated for missed cutoffs and the final winner must complete a solo loop.

Run a certified 5K on a scenic 50 acre horse ranch in southern Gaston County on Saturday, October 10, with a 2K walk, a Half Pint kids run and a virtual 5K option. Family friendly event continues rain or shine with race day packet pick up.

A 24 hour looped endurance run on a USATF certified 0.59 mile asphalt course in Lillington, NC. The event features electronic timing, a fully stocked aid station, on-site parking with tent space, and a costume miles award.

A trail race in its sixth year at Carvers Creek State Park in Fayetteville, NC, featuring timed 11K and 6K races plus dog only 11K and 6K categories, limited to 200 participants with commemorative shirts, coins, and cash awards for course r..

Two trail races on a 20.5 mile figure 8 loop in Uwharrie National Forest: a 100 mile event of five laps and a 100K event of three laps. Field limited to 150 runners, 36 hour cutoff, and specific qualifying and refund policies apply.

Rootrock Trail Run at Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill offers 5K, 10K and Half Marathon courses across root and rock strewn single track trails. The event includes aid stations, chip timing, post race food, a free kids treasure race and awards.