Raleigh
Trail Running Calendar near Raleigh 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Raleigh for 2026-2027! We've gathered 19 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
5K9 Dog Jog in Cary, NC on September 26, 2026 offers in person and virtual 5K options with vendors, dog activities, participant shirts, and race awards.
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 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.
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Briar Chapel with a variety of trail races ranging from 2 miles to 10K. Enjoy smooth paths or technical single track trails followed by post race pie and festive awards.
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
Join a festive timed trail run on a scenic 1.17 mile loop in Lillington to support the Harnett Food Pantry.
January 2027
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.
May 2027
A Memorial Day weekend running event at the Northwest Cary YMCA with in-person and virtual 2, 4, and 6 mile options, a kids-in-strollers category, exhibitor booths, finishers medals, and a prize pool that supports the local Veterans of Foreign Wars.