Trail Running calendar near Rockingham 2025-2026

Rootrock Trail Run at Briar Chapel features 5K, 10K and half marathon on scenic single track with roots, rocks and rolling hills. Limited entries, chip timing, aid stations, a race tee and finisher medal make for a well supported trail day.

Uwharrie Gold Rush - Oct 18, 2025 The Uwharrie Gold Rush is a 50K trail race held in the Uwharrie National Forest near Mt Gilead, NC, using the Wood Run Trailhead. The course uses a 20.5 mile figure-8 loop of technical trails with roots and..

Run scenic longleaf pine trails at the Deerfly Trail Race in Carvers Creek State Park, a chip timed event limited to 200. Dog friendly races follow the runners, with finisher swag and a welcoming community vibe.

Event overview The Uwharrie 100 Mile and 100K Trail Run takes place in the Uwharrie National Forest near Troy, NC on October 18-19, 2025. The course is a 20.5 mile figure-8 loop of technical trails with roots and rocks under a forest canopy..

Tackle scenic trails around Lakes Brandt, Townsend, and Jeanette at the Triple Lakes Trail Race in Greensboro on October 25, with distances from a half to 40 miles, relays, and a custom shirt plus finisher medal.

Take on the OMR Ultra 24 hour Challenge at Mint Hill Park, running looped miles on mixed trails with solo or 2 to 6 person relay options. Enjoy a lively crew hub, on course aid, finishers medals, and serious bragging rights for big distance..

Hit the single track at Anne Springs Close Greenway on November 1, 2025 for the Springmaid Trail Race, featuring distances from 5K to a half marathon and a dog jog. Enjoy scenic trails, awards, and support for the Mary Warner Mack Dog Park.

The Ranger Run 5K at Camp Hayes in Coward, South Carolina, is a family-friendly trail running event held on November 1, 2025. Set amidst scenic wilderness trails at 936 E. Friendfield Rd, the race celebrates adventure, faith, and the spirit..

Event overview Terror Trails Ultra takes place at Cane Creek Park, 5213 Harkey Road, Waxhaw, NC on Saturday, Nov 1, 2025. The event offers the following distances: 50K 25K 8 Miler 5K Registration closes Thu, Oct 30 at 11:59 PM ET. The org..

Join the Sandhills Sasquatch Challenge in Southern Pines on Nov 1, 2025. Run repeated 1 mile loops for four hours or a three loop 5K with a one hour cutoff, enjoy scenic trails, aid station, medals and race awards.

The Joint Special Operations (JSO) 10K Run and 5K Walk is a unique trail race held at Historic Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The all off-road course features challenging terrain including dirt, mud, gravel, and sand along tank trails and fire..

Event overview The Wings of Hope 5K takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Pinehurst, North Carolina. The event is a family-friendly run/walk organized by FirstHealth Fitness, Pinehurst, and it benefits the FirstHealth Cancer CARE Fu..

Join The Unforeseen at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve for a playful random distance race where a dice roll 15 seconds before the start decides your challenge. Enjoy fast flowing 2.25 mile laps on gravel and single track starting at 8 AM on Nov..

Event overview The Lake Haigler 12-Hour is scheduled for November 22, 2025, at the ASC Greenway in Fort Mill, SC. The event is a timed trail event that uses a 5K loop around and near Lake Haigler. Capacity for the event is very limited. An..

Join a Thanksgiving trail trot at Briar Chapel Great Meadow Park in Chapel Hill with timed and untimed 2 mile and 5K routes for every pace. Finish with pie, awards, giveaways and free photos while supporting PORCH Briar Chapel.

Take on natural surface trails at Cane Creek Mountains on Friday, November 28, 2025 for Black Toenail Friday, with 13.1 mile and 7.5 mile options for runners and ruckers plus virtual entries. Finishers get a long sleeved shirt, post race fo..

Take on the Derby 50K in Ellerbe NC, a three loop 31.5 mile course through rolling country roads. Enjoy a community spaghetti meal, a custom finisher medal and onsite camping for a friendly small town ultra experience.

Leftovers Trail Run is held at Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill, NC, on Thanksgiving weekend, offering 5K and 10K rugged trail courses. The race unfolds across Briar Chapel’s 900-acre grounds, with a 20+ mile network of forest trails featuring u..

Brooks XC Championships South is a cross-country meet held at McAlpine Park, 8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212. It features Open and Masters, Boys and Girls Freshman/Sophomore, Championship, and Youth races, mostly 5K with younger divisio..

Run the Shakori 40 Festival in Pittsboro NC on Dec 5 and 6, 2025 with cross country courses from 4 miles to a 40 mile ultramarathon. Celebrate with team relays, camping, live music, bonfires and craft beer.