Trail Running calendar near Rockingham 2025-2026

Uforea visits Uwharrie National Forest near Troy, North Carolina on April 18, 2026, offering scenic yet rugged trail loops through Dutchman's Creek. Choose a daytime 50K, a counterclockwise nighttime 50K, or combine both for the Ultimate 10..

Run the 10th annual Rise & Run 5K on April 18 along a scenic trail, with a 1 mile kids run and post race music, food trucks, and family fun. Proceeds benefit Friend to Friend programs for survivors.

Enjoy rolling singletrack around Lake Brandt at the Owls Roost Rumble, a scenic trail run featuring lakeside views and varied terrain. Limited to 500 runners and part of the NC Trail Mega Medal Series, with in person and virtual options.

Join the Philosopher’s Way Trail Runs in Chapel Hill with 10 mile and 7k options on April 26 or self timed runs through May 3. Run marked single track and gravel routes while supporting Carolina North Forest restoration.

Run the Moonlight Bootlegger 5k under the stars at Hagan Stone Park, a nighttime trail lit by hundreds of LED tea lights and lively bluegrass. Bring a headlamp and finish to a commemorative moonshine mason jar and two drink tickets.

Run scenic trails at The Mighty Mountain Run 5K and 10K in Sophia North Carolina on May 9, 2026, a fundraiser for camper scholarships at Camp Caraway. Expect rugged single track, rewarding climbs, medals and pro chip timing.

Tackle rugged singletrack and gravel loops at Camp Agapé in Fuquay Varina NC with technical terrain and serious elevation gain. Limited entries, cupless practices encouraged, and 100k runners may use a registered pacer.

Run scenic technical trails and lakeside views at Devil Makes Three 50K and 10 Miler in Waxhaw NC on May 16, 2026. Choose the three lap 50K or single lap 10 Miler, bring your own cup or hydration pack for this cupless race.

Take on May Madness 50K near Hoffman NC on May 23, 2026, by running ten consecutive 5K laps with an hour between each for a true all day challenge. Rustic trails, a central aid station and free camping give it low key ultrarun vibes.

Run on private Monroe farmland: a 4.167 mile Back Yard Ultra loop each hour until one runner remains, or a single 4.167 mile Celebrity Fun Run for walkers and joggers. Expect intermediate trails, self supported laps, village camping and mus..

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell NC on June 13, 2026 offers a tough 50K and a fun 5K on rugged 10 mile loops with big climbs and well stocked aid stations. Finishers receive unique handcrafted medals from BlueGill Pottery.

Rudolph's Revenge is a Christmas in July night 5K in Rock Hill benefiting the Northwestern High cross country team. Run a glow lit grass and track loop in costume, with chip timing, music, snacks and awards.

Hit twisty trails and climbs at Black Copperhead Sting in Belmont NC on August 15, 2026, with 50K, 25K or 5K loop options. Aid stations offer savory and sweet fuel and finishers earn a one of a kind handmade pottery medal.

Tackle 20, 40, or 50 mile trail ultras on a scenic 5 mile out and back loop at Sugg Farm in Holly Springs on September 12, 2026. Expect mulch, gravel and singletrack, hearty aid stations, finishers medals and limited entries that sell out f..

Run day or night at Hagan Stone Park in Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem, a Half Marathon and 10K on smooth marked trails with a moodier evening option. Complete both to link medals and take home a custom hoodie with post race food and photos.

Run the scenic trails at Carvers Creek State Park on October 17, 2026 for the Deerfly Trail Race, offering 11K and 6K distances. Bring your dog for dedicated dog divisions and enjoy Heckler Brewing's support while backing the Fayetteville R..

Take a chance at The Unforeseen, a dice determined trail race at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve on November 14. Loop the scenic 2.25 mile course until fate calls it quits, enjoy free photos and compete for a Damascus steel knife.

Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend on trails at Cane Creek Mountains with the Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Mile. On site and virtual options, finishers gear and post race food await on scenic singletrack.