Trail Running calendar near Southern Pines 2026-2027

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 four hour timed challenge of repeated one mile loops at Weymouth Woods with a separate five kilometer three loop option. Aid station support, race shirts and medals are provided and prizes go to the top male and female.

Trail races around three Greensboro lakes at Bur Mil Park mark 20 years with half marathon, marathon, and 40 mile options plus relays, ruck and virtual choices. The course uses marked watershed trails with aid stations and generous cutoffs.

A three race off road trail series across North Carolina with multiple distance options per event. Series scoring totals mileage across all races and finishers receive a custom finisher award.

A 24 hour loop event at Mint Hill Park in North Carolina offering individual and relay entries. The 1.35 mile loop mixes crushed gravel, singletrack and grass and features an aid station, parking, crew space and distance based awards.

Terror Trails Ultra runs on the trails of Cane Creek Park in Waxhaw, NC on October 31, 2026, offering 4M, 8M, 25K and 50K options with a single $45 entry fee and on-course aid stations.

A 5K trail run with a virtual 5K option on November 14, 2026 at The Simpson Event Center in Monroe, NC, featuring an expo, vendor food trucks, participant giveaways, and proceeds benefiting the UCSO Foundation.

Oakwood24 is a 24 hour timed run and walk benefiting Healing Transitions at Lakeside Retreats, featuring distance, time, and relay options plus a remembrance hour; the event has raised over $1,000,000 to support local recovery services.

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.

Trail races on Black Friday in Snow Camp North Carolina with a 13.1 mile and a 7.5 mile course, offering run, ruck, economy and virtual options on marked single track trails with aid stations.

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.

Experience a low key no frills 50k run through the rolling hills of North Carolina. Enjoy a community pasta lunch and support local animal advocates while completing this three loop course on asphalt and dirt roads.

Join this trail race at William B. Umstead State Park with 5 km, 10 km, and 13.1 mile distances. Enjoy organized transport from Harrison Square and earn finisher medals and winter gear at this Cary event.

Experience a trail running festival in Pittsboro featuring 40 mile and 40K distances alongside a unique age-graded team relay. Enjoy a weekend of cross-country racing, live music, and camping in the scenic Shakori Hills.

A lap based endurance event in Florence with 2 hour and 4 hour run and ruck divisions on a 2.5 mile loop; finisher coins, prizes, and proceeds support local trails and parks.

A trail run at Cape Fear Shiner Park in Lillington with a 1.17-mile loop and timed 9-, 6-, and 3-hour events. The cup-less fundraiser donates proceeds to Harnett Food Pantry; all finishers receive a medal and electronic timing is used.

Experience the natural beauty of Cedarock Park with a variety of trail races in Burlington. Enjoy twisty single track trails followed by hot soup and a finisher hoodie at this long running December event.

A January trail event in Gibsonville, NC offering a 13.1 mile half with two river crossings, a 5 mile race, ruck divisions and virtual options. The race includes chip timing, on-course support, a hoodie and finisher medal.

A six hour trail race on a private 6.2 mile loop near Concord, NC, with extensive singletrack, creek crossings, and notable elevation gain. Aid station provisions, finisher awards for one lap, and a 50K award for completing five laps.

Experience an epic trail run through Harris Lake County Park at the Viking Dash in Raleigh. Choose between 5K or 10K distances and earn a unique forged finisher medal for completing the journey.