Trail Running calendar near Ophir 2026-2027

Join this multi distance event in Cary featuring a half marathon, 10K, and 5K through Umstead State Park. Runners can participate in person or virtually and enjoy a shuttle service from the central parking hub.

The Shakori 40 Running Festival is a weekend of trail running and community at the Shakori Hills Community Art Center. Runners can choose from a 40-mile ultra, a 40K, a team relay, or a 4-mile race. The event also features live music, campi..

HAROC is a winter trail challenge in North Carolina's Hanging Rock State Park. Runners can tackle a 50k or 25k on technical, scenic trails with significant elevation. The event is organized by Tanawha Adventures.

The Beast of the East 100 is a December trail challenge on Crowders Mountain in North Carolina. Choose from five distances, from a half marathon to a 100-mile ultra, all featuring significant elevation. The event includes full aid station s..

On December 12, 2026 at Cedarock Park in Burlington, NC, Run at the Rock features 5K, 10K and half marathon trail courses across single track and equestrian trails, with chip timing, aid stations, post-race food and a free kids race.

The Roy Abernathy Legacy Race honors a family legacy in Gastonia, NC. Runners can choose from trail distances like a 50K, 10K, or 5K, or a paved 1-mile. Each finisher receives a unique, handmade pottery medal.

The Viking Dash is a trail running event at Harris Lake County Park in North Carolina. Participants can choose between a 10K and a 5K race on February 13, 2027.

A trail fundraiser at Camp Caraway in Sophia NC offering a 5K and a new 10K that climb local ridges and pass through hardwood forest. The event supports camper scholarships and includes chip timing, medals for all, and awards for top finish..