Trail Running calendar near Pinnacle 2025-2026

Northern Trails Trail Race in Greensboro on March 7, 2026 offers 5, 10 and 17 mile trail options for runners, ruckers and hikers around Lake Brandt and Lake Townsend. Finishers earn a spring themed medal in the NC Trail Mega Medal Series.

Tackle rugged single track at the second annual Cane Creek Mountain 3.3 mile trail run in Snow Camp NC. Enjoy rolling hills, rocky outcrops and creeks while supporting Snow Camp Fire & Rescue.

Run the New River Trail Races on April 11 in Fries Virginia, a scenic, flat, 100 percent dirt out and back along the New River and Chestnut Creek. Choose 100k 50K 25K or 10K; headlamps are required for the 100k and finishers earn a buckle.

Leatherwood Marathons in Ferguson NC offers steep rugged looped trail running on private Leatherwood trails, run by Dirty Wolf Racing and billed as not a race. Distances span 25K to 100 mile with backcountry aid and pottery finisher medal.

Uforea is a trail challenge in Uwharrie National Forest near Troy, NC offering daytime and nighttime 50K races or the Ultimate 100K for those who run both. Enjoy rugged singletrack, scenic ridgelines and a true endurance test.

Tackle the Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50K in Galax Virginia, a short loop course with about 500 ft vertical gain per mile and a 16 hour limit. Aid stations about every mile offer hot meals and there is free camping for runners and crew.

Run Lake Brandt singletrack at Owls Roost Rumble with rolling terrain, lakeside views, and ruck or hike options. Choose half marathon or 4 mile, earn a custom shirt and NC Trail Mega Medal Series finisher medal; limited to 500.

Join the Iredell Rise & Shine 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run at Jennings Park on April 25, 2026, for scenic nature trails, strollers welcome, and food trucks. All ages welcome with water and first aid on site.

Run the 11th annual Grayson Highlands Trail Races May 2 and 3, 2026 in scenic Grayson Highlands State Park, Virginia. Choose from multiple distances through wildflower filled mountain balds and forest trails with finishers' swag, photos and..

Experience the Moonlight Bootlegger, a night trail 5K at Hagan Stone Park marked by hundreds of LED tea lights and live bluegrass. Bring a headlamp and enjoy a race shirt, commemorative mason jar and post race cocktails.

Tackle rolling hills and scenic single track through hardwood forest at Camp Caraway in the Northern Uwharrie Mountains. Choose 5K or 10K, enjoy chip timing, medals and trophies, and help fund camper scholarships.

Kettlefoot invites trail runners to Doe Mountain near Mountain City, Tennessee with 50K, 25K and 13K courses across varied terrain and panoramic views. Top off the day by climbing the 60 foot Kettlefoot Fire Tower for 360 degree vistas.

Conquer the Cove features 25k and marathon trail races at scenic Carvins Cove with steep climbs, technical singletrack, and stocked aid stations. Limited to 300 runners on May 31, this rugged day promises a rewarding finish.

Join The Big Run Roanoke at Fallon Park for a scenic timed 5K on the Tinker Greenway plus a free kids fun run. Organized with Brooks and Virginia Amateur Sports, the race supports Smiles4Tab and features awards and a midpoint prize.

Challenging mountain loop ultra near Galax VA with 50 and 100 mile options on a steep one mile course. Finishers earn a buckle and can enjoy on course aid, hot food, camping and outdoor showers for a supportive, rugged weekend.

Celebrate the 40th Ultimate Runner in Winston Salem on June 27, 2026, a single evening challenge of four track races plus a 5K cross country. Complete all five events to earn a finishing score, commemorative shirt, and car decal.

Join the Chad Lovette Memorial Trail Run at Cub Creek Park in Wilkesboro for scenic 5K and 10K trail options plus a virtual run or walk. Support the American Cancer Society and celebrate community on beautiful local trails.

Run the scenic New River Trail in Max Meadows, VA with 100 mile and 50 mile options along mostly flat rails to trails riverside terrain. Expect river views, long trestles, camping, local food and a buckle for 100 mile finishers.