Trail Running calendar near Newport 2026-2027

A beachside 5K run or walk on the sand in Surf City, NC, held as part of Ocean Fest. The manually timed event supports ocean-focused nonprofits and takes place within a two-day festival with music and family activities.

Experience a local trail race through the scenic Carolina Beach State Park followed by festivities at Good Hops Brewing. This three mile run or walk supports local schools and park preservation while offering a relaxed coastal atmosphere.

Epiphany Cross Country in New Bern on August 17, 2026 features separate girls and boys 5K races. Entry has no fee and registration was recorded on December 7, 2025.

Experience a unique trail race in Hampstead featuring a 20k relay and mile challenges. Runners can tackle wooded loops individually or in teams with optional time deductions for beverage consumption at each lap.

Epiphany Cross Country #2 in New Bern NC features two 5K running races for girls and boys on September 14, 2026; registration opened and closed on December 7, 2025 and the listed fee is zero dollars.

Experience an obstacle course run featuring a 5k course through woodlands and shallow water at Camp Albemarle. Choose between a timed competitive heat or a flexible untimed race with over 20 strength and agility stations.

Run or walk through the scenic Martin Marietta Park in New Bern to support bereaved families. This flat gravel trail event offers both in person and virtual 5K options to honor and remember infants.

Join this cross country event in New Bern North Carolina featuring dedicated races for middle school and high school athletes. Run through a natural course at the Epiphany school grounds with 5K and youth distances available.

Experience a scenic 5K trail run through Carolina Beach State Park to celebrate Great Trails State Day. Support young runners while racing past natural coastal landscapes in this inclusive community event.

A 24-hour ultramarathon on a USATF certified 1.37779 mile loop through the Croatan National Forest near Cedar Point, NC, held as a non-profit with proceeds benefiting the Marine Raider Foundation.

Experience a scenic trail run at Hines Farm and Stables with distances for all ages. Enjoy professional photography and a sweet frozen yogurt reward at the finish line of this community event.

A 16 hour timed event at Carolina Beach State Park where runners repeat a 4.5 mile loop through coastal forest. The course is well marked with an aid station, limited group camping, finisher patches and awards by distance.

Experience an endurance event in Wilmington featuring distance races from 50K to 100 miles. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with camping, tailgating, live classic rock, and a large bonfire.