Trail Running calendar near Oxford 2026-2027

Trail races of 5.1 and 10.1 miles at Harris Lake County Park on July 18, 2026. Courses feature lakeside single-track, a wide dirt road start for easier passing, frequent aid stations, chip timing, and a 300 runner limit.

A community 5K organized by World Relief Durham on August 22, 2026 at Miracle Park in Durham, NC. The event features vendor participation, timed entries with T shirts for registered runners, and a separate free option for very young childre..

A women-only 5K obstacle mud run in Raleigh on August 23, 2026, held at North Carolina Motorsports Park with 18+ obstacles; open to women aged 7 and up who can run, jog, or walk the course.

Friday Night Lights Elon Opener is Elon's cross country season opener on August 28, 2026 in Elon, North Carolina. Women run four 1000 meter laps and men run six 1000 meter laps in an evening cross country meet.

A trail event at Hagan-Stone Park offering half marathon and 10K runs plus ruck and virtual options, with morning, evening, and double-entry formats; evening races may require personal lights.

Trail races of 10K and Half Marathon take place at Cane Creek Mountain Natural Area near Snow Camp NC. An optional 80 foot observation tower climb is offered at the end and non climbers receive a time penalty at an aid station.

A community running event in Farmville on September 12, 2026 offering in-person and virtual 5K and 10K races plus hand cycle divisions on a flat, crushed gravel out-and-back course along the High Bridge State Park Trail.

Scale 110 flights of stairs in downtown Raleigh to honor the heroes of 9/11. This symbolic climb at the former Wells Fargo Tower welcomes first responders and civilians for a meaningful memorial event.

A community event at Herndon Park using the American Tobacco Trail with a 5K, a 1 mile fun run and a virtual Sleep In Superhero option. Proceeds support outreach and education on organ eye and tissue donation in North Carolina.

A trail 5K along the historic Roanoke Canal and a Half Mile Fun Walk in Roanoke Rapids, with proceeds helping replace historic batteau replicas and age-group awards for finishers.

A one day cross country festival in Oxford, NC featuring 11 races across youth, middle school, high school, collegiate, and adult divisions, with proceeds supporting Central Children's Home of North Carolina and Durham Striders Youth Associ..

Test your limits on a USATF certified asphalt loop in Lillington. This supported endurance event features a lit course at night and convenient trackside camping for a personalized running experience.

A timed 5K at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge in Pittsboro with three gravel loops through fields and forests, a family friendly Fun Run to the new pig habitat, food vendors, awards, and proceeds supporting The Pig Project.

Two trail races at Medoc Mountain State Park in Hollister, NC, featuring a 10-mile route with a summit loop and a 5-mile route on shared trails, stocked aid stations, chip timing, unique finisher medals, apparel, and post-race food.

Rootrock Trail Run at Briar Chapel features 5K, 10K and Half Marathon single track courses with varied technical terrain, on-course aid, chip timing, post-race food, and finisher medals.

Two marked trail distances start and finish at Smith Mountain Lake State Park Beach Pavilion. Courses feature lake views, aid stations, GPX files, included park entry, and facilities near the start and finish.

Trail races around three Greensboro lakes at Bur Mil Park mark 20 years with half marathon, marathon, and 40 mile options plus relays, ruck and virtual choices. The course uses marked watershed trails with aid stations and generous cutoffs.

A three race off road trail series across North Carolina with multiple distance options per event. Series scoring totals mileage across all races and finishers receive a custom finisher award.

Trail Running at Eno River State Park The Eno River Run is an annual trail running event held at the Fews Ford Access Area of Eno River State Park in Durham, North Carolina. This event marks its 15th year and takes place during the autumn s..

A 24-hour timed run and walk on November 21, 2026, Oakwood24 raises funds for Healing Transitions at a new Lakeside Retreats location, includes a Saturday morning remembrance hour, and offers timed ultra, relay, and fundraising options.