Trail Running calendar near Spring Lake 2026-2027

A multi-loop trail event at Cedarock Park on April 11, 2026 offering solo 5K, 10K, half marathon options and 2-4 person relays across four unique 5K+ loops with chip timing and aid stations.

Experience the scenic Saxapahaw Island Loop Trail with a timed 3.6 mile race or an untimed 1.2 mile walk. Join this Earth Month event to celebrate and support the conservation of the Haw River watershed.

Experience the beauty of the Eno River on technical single track trails in Durham. Choose between a 12 mile or 50 km challenge featuring well stocked aid stations and a supportive community atmosphere.

Uforea is a unique trail challenge in the Uwharrie National Forest. Runners can choose a daytime 50K, a nighttime 50K, or attempt the Ultimate 100K by completing both. The event features distinct clockwise and counter-clockwise courses on t..

Join the 10th annual Rise & Run 5K for a scenic trail run in Southern Pines featuring live music and food trucks to benefit survivors in the community.

Experience a unique trail festival in Chapel Hill featuring relay races and solo distances on a scenic 4 mile loop. Enjoy a weekend of camping and music at a venue that supports an animal sanctuary.

Experience the scenic watershed trails of Greensboro at this versatile event offering half marathon and 4 mile distances. Participants can run, ruck, or hike through rolling singletrack terrain surrounding Lake Brandt.

Experience a 3 mile trail run or hike through the Hoke Community Forest in Raeford. This dog friendly event features a dedicated canicross race and a general fun run where all finishers receive a commemorative medal.

Experience the 18th annual trail event at Carolina North Forest featuring 10 mile and 7 kilometer distances. Choose between the in-person event or a self-timed run on marked trails in Chapel Hill.

Run a 5k under the stars at Hagan-Stone Park, guided by hundreds of LED tea lights and live bluegrass music. This night trail race includes a custom shirt, a commemorative mason jar, and two post-race cocktails or mocktails. A headlamp is r..

Experience an outdoor adventure in Raleigh featuring a two mile obstacle course with mud and a giant slip and slide. This family friendly event is open to all ages and includes a finisher medal for everyone.

Discover an intense obstacle course weekend at McCormick Farms featuring distances from 5K to 50K. Navigate dense forests and a deep quarry during this comprehensive Spartan Trifecta event in North Carolina.

Experience the inaugural Run to the Rhythm Trail 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at Northwood High School. Enjoy a scenic morning of wooded paths and rolling hills through Pittsboro's natural trails with options for all ages.

Experience the forested trails of Chapel Hill at this annual trail event. Choose from three distances on terrain featuring single track paths and hill climbs followed by post race food and music at Great Meadow Park.

Experience a unique 50K event featuring ten consecutive 5K runs starting every hour on a natural surface course. Bring your own supplies and enjoy a social atmosphere with fellow runners during the scheduled breaks between laps.

Join a community run on the Cary greenway trails to support local veterans during Memorial Day weekend. Choose between multiple distances including 2, 4, and 6 mile options for runners, walkers, and strollers.

Experience the scenic beauty of Harris Lake County Park with 5 and 10 mile trail races. Run through forested single track and open fields while enjoying expansive lake views in New Hill.

Experience a family friendly obstacle course in Garner where parents and kids aged 5 and up run together. Tackle a two mile course featuring up to 16 obstacles with options for medals and even your dog.

The Run for Refugees 5k returns for its third year on August 22, 2026, starting at Durham's Miracle Park. This professionally timed event supports World Relief Durham's work with immigrants and refugees. Participants of all ages can join, w..

Event Overview The Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem Half Marathon & 10K is a trail running event. It takes place at Hagan-Stone Park in Pleasant Garden, North Carolina, on September 12, 2026. Race Format The event offers participants the opportu..