Trail Running calendar near Pisgah Forest 2025-2026

Take on the Brasstown Bald Buster 5K, a 3.1 mile road climb to the summit with 1700 feet of ascent and breathtaking mountain views. Optional ruck division, awards, and a finisher shirt and medal make this a bold summit challenge.

Run 100 or 50 miles through the Appalachian Mountains near Robbinsville NC on April 25, 2026, featuring waterfalls, lakes and spring wildflowers. The 100 mile route climbs about 22000 ft and this will be Run Bum Races final event.

Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk on May 3, 2026 invites runners and walkers to enjoy scenic soft trail loops around Piedmont with finisher medals, pro photos and post race pancakes. Proceeds benefit the Upstate Running Club youth team.

Hellbender 100 is a rugged 100 mile trail race through the Black Mountains up to Mt Mitchell, with 48,000+ ft of elevation gain and pacers allowed. Finishers earn a buckle and race proceeds support local nonprofits.

Quest for the Crest is a rugged point to point trail race that climbs to the Mt. Mitchell summit, offering 11K, 25K and an epic 50K option. Expect technical, steep terrain, stunning views and commemorative finish gear.

Join the Cancer Active Trail Race in Black Mountain NC for an uplifting 5k or virtual 5k on scenic trails, with proceeds helping patients access fitness resources. Enjoy community support, volunteer aid and a race t shirt for timely registr..

Run the Rabun Half Marathon, a grassroots trail race through scenic Sky Valley GA on Sunday May 31 2026. This no frills event celebrates pure trail miles and community spirit with day of registration and volunteer opportunities.

Cottonmouth 8 Mile at Lakewood Nature Preserve invites solo runners and 2 to 4 person relays for four scenic 2 mile laps. A quirky BYOB beer draw before each lap for ages 21 and over plus festive post race food and games support the Upstate..

Ridge to Rails in Old Fort, NC offers 50k, half marathon and 10k on a mix of new and classic trails around Camp Grier and the Old Fort Gateway Trailhead. Enjoy scenic ridgelines, technical singletrack and a net downhill half that finishes a..

Join the Buck Creek Streak clothing optional trail 5K at Carolina Foothills Resort in Chesnee, SC on June 13, 2026. Run or walk scenic woods and meadows with a bonus 7.3K challenge, chip timing, medals and a festive post race vibe.

Run The Longest Day at Lakewood Nature Preserve to support the Upstate Running Club youth team. Choose distances from half marathon to 100k on rolling grass and forest laps, with weekend camping and a lively aid station vibe.

Join Hollis Hills Farm Revival in Ellenboro NC on June 27 for 5K, 25K or 50K loops around the farm and hunter's cabin. All entry fees support farm development and finishers receive unique handmade pottery medals.

Push your limits at the Carolina Reaper Challenge on July 18, 2026 at Riverwest Preserve in Greenville, SC. Run 50k, half marathon, 5 mile or team relay on a scenic 2.6 mile loop while supporting the Upstate Running Club Youth Team.

Multi day trail camp in Nantahala National Forest with guided group runs, navigation, community service and team building. Open to adults of all abilities with 10k to 27 mile routes, shared meals and relaxed campsite vibes.

Tackle scenic single track trails at Table Rock State Park with a fun 5k or a challenging 15k that climbs to Pinnacle Mountain and drops through overlooks and creek crossings. Enjoy postrace food, drinks and finisher awards.

Take on the Dark Horse Trail Series at Tryon Equestrian Center on August 22, 2026, with marathon, half marathon or 10k options across scenic looped trails and rolling climbs. Rustic camping, one stocked aid station and a friendly festival v..

Take on scenic single track at Panther Creek State Park with a challenging half marathon, 10K or Kids Trail Mile on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Expect steep descents, wooded loops and lakeside views, so bring water and be ready for a true..

Not A Sprint Ultra Races brings timed endurance running to the paved Thermal Belt Rail Trail in Forest City NC on a largely flat 8.34 mile out and back loop with aid stations. Choose 3, 6, or 12 hour formats and earn a buckle for 50 miles.

Scenic and challenging 13.1 mile trail half in Jones Gap State Park with 2000 feet of climbing and views of Rainbow Falls and Little Pinnacle. Post race pancakes, finisher medal and proceeds support the Upstate Running Club youth team.

Chimney Burn Ultra in Chimney Rock NC offers 50K, 25K and 10K trail runs featuring a dramatic out and back route past a waterfall and over long stair sections. Finishers earn handmade pottery medals from BlueGill; reg opens Jan 1 2026.