Trail Running calendar near Pinnacle 2026-2027

Test your versatility in five races ranging from a 100m sprint to a 5K cross country run. This unique one evening event at Hanes Park rewards runners who complete every distance with a combined score and commemorative items.

A 10 mile out and back event at Smith Mountain Cooperative Wildlife Management Area in Sandy Level, Virginia, with an elevation gain of 1,991 ft. Participants choose from three load options with specified dry weights.

BeastLake on July 4 in Moneta, VA offers a timed 3.1 mile obstacle race with awards, a 5K run walk, and a family 1.5 mile obstacle course with optional water features and on site food trucks.

Wine 4 Wildlife 4 Miler is a four mile vineyard event in Goodview VA with on-site and virtual options. Winners are chosen by closeness to a predicted finish time and all finishers receive a wine-stopper medal redeemable for a free glass.

Experience a mile long course of mud pits and obstacles at Porter Farms in Concord. Enjoy a non competitive atmosphere with slides, crawl zones, and a post race festival for participants and spectators alike.

A backyard ultra in the woods near Concord, North Carolina with repeated 4.167 mile loops that begin each hour. The last runner to complete a full loop wins and results are reported by distance covered.

Trail runners and hikers can choose from an 8-mile race, a challenging 25k mountain race, or an 8-mile hike at Hungry Mother State Park. The event finishes with awards, music, and games in a scenic setting with camping options.

Farm Strong OCR is a farm inspired obstacle course in Rocky Mount on August 1, 2026. The chip timed event includes more than 20 obstacles, a t-shirt, live bluegrass music, and a free kids course for ages 12 and under.

A three day guided trail running retreat in Roaring Gap NC with daily guided runs, lodge accommodations, shuttle service, meals, and coaching presentations. Multiple room options and a recommended ability up to about 10 miles on mountain tr..

Trail ultrarace at Crystal Springs Recreation Area near Wytheville, VA, featuring looped courses including a 12.8-mile loop with significant elevation and a 2.1-mile Crystal Springs Loop. Limited parking requires a shuttle and the race is c..

A themed 5K and a 500 m kids run on August 22, 2026 at East Davidson High School in Thomasville, NC. The event uses a campus cross country course, encourages decade attire, and includes an award for best dressed.

Experience a women only 5K mud run featuring over 18 obstacles at Porter Farms in Charlotte. Focus on teamwork and empowerment in a non competitive environment open to all women and girls from age 7.

Traverse the Iron Mountain ridgeline in the Jefferson National Forest with four race distances from 16 to 50 miles. Experience a mix of easy trail running and technical single track starting from Damascus Town Park.

Event Overview The Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem Half Marathon & 10K is a trail running event. It takes place at Hagan-Stone Park in Pleasant Garden, North Carolina, on September 12, 2026. Race Format The event offers participants the opportu..

Experience a muddy obstacle course at the Jerry Long Family YMCA featuring a 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run. This eighth annual event supports community health programs while challenging your strength and agility.

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 sixth annual trail run at Shining Hope Farms in Conover offering 5k and 10k chip timed courses on a 120 acre farm. Proceeds support scholarships for the Saddles & Salutes program.

A point to point trail ultra in North Carolina linking Pilot Mountain State Park and Hanging Rock State Park. Events include 50 mile and 50K races, a 50 mile relay, virtual options, and separate pacer registration.

A roughly 5 mile ascent near West Jefferson, NC, gaining about 1600 feet to a summit above 4600 feet. Options include a timed climb or an untimed hike; finishers and cheering spectators receive custom bells and there is music and shuttles a..

A community trail event in Wilkesboro on September 26, 2026 offering 5K and 10K timed runs, a 5K untimed walk, and a virtual option, with chip timing and proceeds supporting the American Cancer Society.