Trail Running calendar near Snow Camp 2025-2026

Run rolling trails through hardwood forest at the 16th Annual Camp Chestnut Ridge Trail Races in Efland NC on Nov 22, 2025, with 4 mile and 8 mile options and a 3 mile virtual race. Scenic, challenging trails and a friendly community vibe.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the Birds of a Feather Trail Trot with scenic 2 Mile and 5K trail runs for timed racers and fun runners. Family friendly kids races, shirts, photos and donations support local food pantries.

Join the DPS Education Foundation Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day in Danville for a scenic 5K along the Dan River plus a children's fun run. Run or walk to support DPS students and teachers while enjoying the Riverwalk Trail.

Hit the trails at Cane Creek Mountains the Friday after Thanksgiving for the Black Toenail Friday race. Pick a 13.1 or 7.5 mile course with in person, ruck or virtual options and earn a long sleeve shirt and finisher medal.

Take on the Derby 50K in Ellerbe North Carolina on Nov 29, a three loop counterclockwise course of rolling hills on asphalt and dirt. Finish with a community spaghetti meal and help support local causes.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Turkey Chase in Cary NC, offering in person and virtual half marathon, 10K, 5K and a Kids in Strollers mile at scenic Umstead State Park. Finishers get medals and cozy hats in a fun community vibe.

Run Briar Chapel's scenic forest trails in the Leftovers Trail Run with 5K and 10K routes featuring roots, rocks and short climbs. Pick a vintage tee and medal, enjoy a free kids treasure race, pro photos and post race food.

Join the Shakori 40 festival in Pittsboro, NC on December 5 and 6, 2025 for trail running and festival fun. Choose 40 miles, 40K or 4 miles on scenic cross country trails, then unwind with live music, camping, food and bonfires.

Run At The Rock on December 13, 2025 at Cedarock Park in Burlington features scenic trail 5K, 10K and half marathon courses through root and rock filled single track with rewarding climbs. Registration includes a race hoodie, finisher medal..

Run to the summit at Pilot Mountain on December 20, 2025 with 3 mile and 7 mile courses, limited to 150 runners. Enjoy scenic trails, an embroidered finisher beanie and a warm post race breakfast at the top.

Kick off 2026 at Raven Rock State Park in Lillington NC with a scenic 5 mile run, 5 mile hike or a challenging 25K across rocky single and double track. Enjoy medals, local shirts, photos and warm food at the finish.

Run the Frosty Cox 6 Hour Trail Race, a scenic 6.2 mile singletrack loop with creek crossings and hefty climbs. You have six hours to complete as many full laps as you like while enjoying stocked aid stations and finisher awards.

Join the Freedom Starts Here run in Pinehurst on January 10 to raise funds for Sandhills Adult & Teen Challenge, a faith centered recovery program. Choose 10K, 5K or 1 mile, enjoy Reservoir Park trails, swag, medals and family friendly fun.

Hit scenic single track at Little River Trail Runs in Rougemont on January 10, 2026 with a 10 mile or 7 kilometer option, aid stations and course support. All proceeds help maintain park trails for the local community.

Run the Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Trail Half Marathon or 5 Mile at Northeast Park, featuring rugged trails, two river crossings and rucking options for both distances. Finishers get a custom hoodie, medal, post race food and beer as part of the..

Test yourself on rocky, rooty trails and waterfalls at Hanging Rock State Park in the HAROC challenge. Choose a technical 50k or 25k with aid stations and scenic views; register by Jan 28 for the Jan 31 race.

Join the 35th Uwharrie Mountain Run Feb 7 2026 in Uwharrie National Forest. Choose 40 mile, 20 mile or 8 mile single track courses with rocky roots, creek crossings and aid stations, and earn handcrafted pottery finisher awards.

Join the Viking Dash at scenic Harris Lake County Park in New Hill, NC, with 5K and 10K trail options for beginners and seasoned runners. Finishers earn a striking Viking Longship medal and top finishers get cozy knit socks.

Team up in twos or fours for the Occoneechee Speedway Relay at Historic Occoneechee Speedway in Hillsborough and tackle 20 laps for about 13.5 miles. Expect custom swag, chip timing, division awards and a post race BBQ.

Tackle the 25K Pilot Mountain Salamander Scamper in Pinnacle NC for a scenic trail challenge around the iconic pinnacle. Limited field, fully stocked aid stations, hot post race meal and a finisher medallion await.