Trail Running calendar near Raleigh 2026-2027

Single-track winter trail races of 8, 20, and 40 miles in Uwharrie National Forest near Ophir, NC, featuring rocky, rooted terrain, aid stations, pottery awards, and on-site parking and shuttles.

Viking Dash in Raleigh is a trail run on February 14, 2026 at Harris Lake County Park offering 5K and 10K races. The event features a five inch Viking Longship finisher medal, age group awards, and a heavyweight long sleeve race shirt.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a scenic 5K at The Land at Hawkins Loop, winding through winter forest, pastures, and restored barns on a 63 acre farm. Open to all ages and abilities, with an onsite photographer and trails to explore after t..

Team up in pairs or fours to tackle 20 laps around the historic Occoneechee Speedway dirt track, about 13.5 miles of fun, strategy and camaraderie. Chip timing, custom swag and a post race BBQ await while teams compete for top honors.

Run the Queen Anne's Revenge Ultra in Greenville on Feb 21, 2026, with 50k and 20k solo or relay options on a scenic 6.2 mile loop. Enjoy multiple laps, wristband handoffs for relays, and support Heart for ENC.

A 10 mile trail race in Hillsborough, NC combining paved riverwalk sections and single-track around Occoneechee Mountain, with about 700 feet of elevation gain, two aid stations and a 2.5 hour time limit.

A 30-mile annual point-to-point training run between UNC and Duke, alternating direction by year. The informal event is not affiliated with any organization and participants assume all liability for significant route risks.

A trail ultramarathon near Raleigh/Durham on March 7, 2026 offering distances from 10 miles to 102 miles. Courses follow the Mountains to Sea Trail around Falls Lake with mostly single track and multiple aid stations.

The Umstead Trail Marathon will take place in Umstead on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run 26 miles.

Greensboro trail race on March 7, 2026 with 5, 10 and 17 mile run, ruck, or hike options along Lake Brandt and Lake Townsend. Offers custom shirt, finisher medal, chip timing, and virtual and economy entries.

Run for a cause in the Miles 4 Moore Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K in Southern Pines. Enjoy scenic Reservoir Park trails, on course aid, finisher medals, and support fitness programs for local families and students.

Hit the trails at Pluck Farm for the Learning Outside 5K Trail Run or walk, plus a kids dash and virtual option. Expect muddy singletrack, after event brews, and the chance to support programs that connect children with nature.

A 5K and 10K at Carolina Horse Park in Raeford, NC on March 14, 2026, routed across rolling hills, open fields, and equestrian trails, finishing near the grandstand with a post-race Chili Cookoff and on-site amenities.

Trail events at Haw River State Park in Greensboro include a 5k Run/Walk and a 1 Mile Fun Run, timed results, awards, t-shirts, and a shoe donation drive for Sneakers4Good.

Trail runs and a hike at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park in Seven Springs, NC on March 21, 2026, featuring multiple distances from 4 mile to 50K, marked and timed trails with aid stations and finish food.

Enjoy a scenic 3.3 mile trail run at YMCA Camp Frontier through wooded single track with rolling hills, rocky outcrops, and creek crossings. Proceeds benefit Snow Camp Fire & Rescue for a fun, community spirited challenge.

Trail races at Lake Crabtree in Morrisville feature forested single track with hairpin turns, berms, and short technical sections. Distances include a 10K plus and a Half Marathon with chip timing, aid stations, awards, and post race food.

A trail running event at Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve on April 4, 2026 offering 25K and 50K distances. The course runs on sandy, root strewn trails under longleaf pines and includes an aid station, timing, shirts and finisher me..

A trail event at Cedarock Park with four unique 5K+ loops offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, and half marathon relay options, plus a free kids race and post-race amenities.

The Haw River Island Ramble will take place in Graham on Saturday 11 April 2026. You can run 4 miles.