Trail Running calendar near Pisgah Forest 2025-2026

Enjoy a scenic 5k on November 1, 2025 at South Mountain Christian Camp in Bostic NC, winding through rolling hills, wooded trails and lake views. Family friendly with a free kids fun run and all proceeds supporting the camp.

Join the HOKA Trail Experience at Everything Outdoor Fest for 2 or 4 mile runs on a scenic two mile loop through pastures and rolling hills, finishing by a 100 year old barn. HOKA shoe demos and festival access included.

Challenge yourself on the scenic Paris Mountain trails in Greenville with a tough 16K trail run and a competitive 7k cross country race. Expect steep climbs, lakeside views and USATF state championship racing for a memorable November race d..

Run the Mountaineer Rumble at Kings Mountain State Park in Clover SC, a scenic but rugged looped trail event offering distances from 10 miles to 100 miles. Fully supported with stocked aid and awards including a 100 mile buckle.

Run a scenic off road cross country 5K through the Vein Mountain trails near Marion, NC on Saturday November 8, 2025. Medals await every finisher and the first 30 registrants receive a limited event T shirt.

Take on Croft State Park's rugged figure eight trails at the Prisoner of War Trail Race, with 50K, 25K and 8 mile options for every level. Enjoy lively aid station fare, great finisher gear, and support the Upstate Running Club youth team.

Tackle the Chestnut Chase 10K at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton NC for a scenic, challenging trail run with a big climb early and rolling hills before a downhill finish. Proceeds support NCMTR and the Chestnut Mountain Foundation.

Run the Looking Glass 100k, a single loop 62 mile trail ultramarathon in Pisgah Forest, NC, with about 10,500 ft of elevation and views of Looking Glass Rock. Expect technical trails, waterfalls, strong aid, and a 20 hour cutoff.

The Grace St. Park Ultramarathon is a 12-hour endurance race held on a 2-mile trail loop in Greenwood, South Carolina. Runners aim to complete as many laps as possible within the time limit, with the male and female leaders determined by th..

Run laps from dusk to dawn on a scenic 1 mile trail loop at Long Night in Lanford. Choose the overnight multi lap challenge or the Afraid of the Dark 5K, with pro photos, awards and hot sunrise breakfast supporting Laurens County Humane Soc..

Join the 10th annual Color Me Mutt on November 15, 2025 at NASCAR SpeedPark Smoky Mountains in Sevierville TN for a colorful 5K, 1 mile fun run and pet parade. Bring your dog, enjoy color stations and support local charities.

Challenge the Duncan Ridge Trail at Vogel State Park near Blairsville, Georgia with 50K or 30K trail routes. Scenic Coosa Backcountry sections, aid stations along the way, and proceeds benefit the park volunteers.

Celebrate community and endurance at Camp Grier with timed trail runs and mountain bike events, live music, vendors and a lakeside festival vibe. Participants fundraise to help rebuild after Hurricane Helene, with 3, 6 and 12 hour options.

Take on One Epic Run, a 24 hour event at Croft State Park in Spartanburg on Dec 6 to 7, 2025. Self timed laps, a cup and rock lap tradition and a shared potluck vibe make this a fun, community endurance challenge.

Run scenic, technical trails in South Knoxville at the Dirty South Trail Races, featuring a half marathon, 10K and kids mile at Mead's Quarry. Expect rocky singletrack, flowing trails and a lively community vibe.

Join the Third Annual Dirty Santa Trail Run in Lenoir on Dec 13 for a lively 5 mile course through single track, fields and a touch of road. Enjoy post race s'mores, hot cocoa and hoodies for early registrants.

Tackle scenic technical trails in Helen GA at the Helen Holiday Half Marathon on December 13 with half marathon and 10K options. Expect climbs, hiking sections and one aid station, plus a beanie, pint glass and medal.

Beast of the East 100 at Crowders Mountain near Kings Mountain NC offers distances from Half Marathon to 100 Miler on scenic but rugged singletrack with serious elevation gain. Robust aid stations and great community support make it a class..

The Longest Night is an overnight trail and ultra running event at Lakewood Nature Preserve featuring repeated 1.5 mile loops around a barn hub. Choose distances from 10K to 50 miles and run to support the Upstate Running Club Youth Team.

Tackle 3, 6, or 12 hour timed challenges on a scenic 2 mile loop in Simpsonville while supporting the Upstate Running Club youth team. This self timed, cup free event mixes friendly competition, endurance fun, and community spirit.