Trail Running calendar near Pleasant Garden 2026-2027

Experience the 12th annual mountain running event at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area. Choose between the 16 mile Vertical Mile or the 8 mile Vertical Half Mile on this North Carolina course.

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.

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.

Experience the scenic beauty of Harris Lake County Park with 5 and 10 mile trail races. Run through forested single track and open fields while enjoying expansive lake views in New Hill.

Experience a family friendly obstacle course in Garner where parents and kids aged 5 and up run together. Tackle a two mile course featuring up to 16 obstacles with options for medals and even your dog.

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.

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, North Carolina with daily guided runs, lodge accommodations, meals, trailhead shuttles, and coaching presentations.

The Run for Refugees 5k returns for its third year on August 22, 2026, starting at Durham's Miracle Park. This professionally timed event supports World Relief Durham's work with immigrants and refugees. Participants of all ages can join, w..

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.

A women-only 5K obstacle mud run at North Carolina Motorsports Park on August 23, 2026, featuring 18+ obstacles and open to participants aged 7 and up. The event emphasizes fun and teamwork rather than competition.

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.

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.

Celebrate the hero in everyone by wearing a costume for a scenic run or walk along the American Tobacco Trail. Support organ and tissue donation awareness through your choice of a 5k or 1 mile event.

Experience an iconic point to point trail race connecting two North Carolina state parks. Choose between solo ultramarathons or a 50 mile relay through technical mountain terrain and scenic waterfalls.

A 24 hour loop race at Hinson Lake in Rockingham, North Carolina, run on a USATF certified 1.5032 mile inner loop with wooded sand and gravel trail and more than 16 wooden foot bridges. Pacers must be registered and entries are limited.

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.