Raleigh
Trail Running Calendar near Raleigh 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Raleigh for 2026-2027! We've gathered 22 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Test your limits on a USATF certified asphalt loop in Lillington. This supported endurance event features a lit course at night and convenient trackside camping for a personalized running experience.
Rootrock Trail Run at Briar Chapel features 5K, 10K and Half Marathon single track courses with varied technical terrain, on-course aid, chip timing, post-race food, and finisher medals.
A Durham event pairing a 2-mile hourly backyard ultra (up to 24 miles) with shorter 2, 4, 6 and 8-mile races and a pledge-per-mile fundraiser.
November 2026
A mid-November 5K at Camp Agapé with live trail and virtual options, brunch and raffles, raising funds for the Agapé Center for Environmental Education.
A 24-hour timed ultra run and relay on November 21 supporting Healing Transitions, held at Lakeside Retreats with camping, trails and a morning remembrance hour.
Thanksgiving Day trail run at Briar Chapel with a 2-mile fun run, rugged 5K, and new 10K, plus a free kids race, post-race pie, awards, and marked, supported trails.
A holiday weekend trail run in Briar Chapel on November 28, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses, repurposed vintage tees and medals, a post race party, and a free kids race with prizes.
December 2026
Timed trail event in Lillington, NC on Dec 12, 2026 with 9 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour options on a 1.17 mile loop, aid station, electronic timing, proceeds to Harnett Food Pantry.
January 2027
Point to point 20k on the Mountains to Sea Trail from Falls Dam to Bayleaf Church Road with an aid station at Possum Track Road and a virtual Strava option.
Trail event at Raven Rock State Park on 01/03/2027 featuring runs and a hike over rocky, technical trails with limited parking.
February 2027
March 2027
A 30 mile point to point training run between Duke and UNC in Chapel Hill organized by The TarDevil, held annually with participants assuming their own liability.
A multi format endurance event at Sugg Farm Park and Bass Lake on a 4.167 mile trail loop, featuring 12 hour and 24 hour individual races, a 100 mile with a 30 hour cutoff, relays and ruck divisions with mandatory gear checks.
A 26.2 mile trail marathon through William B. Umstead State Park with about 2,400 feet of elevation gain, regular aid stations, and proceeds supporting park conservation.
April 2027
A 100 mile trail endurance run through William B. Umstead State Park in Raleigh with a 30 hour time limit and a 50 mile option. Next edition April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027.
Trail races and self timed options on the Philosopher's Way course in Carolina North Forest near Chapel Hill NC, offered at 10 mile and 7 kilometer distances.