Trail Running calendar near Spruce Pine 2026-2027

Event Overview The Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 5K/10M is a trail running event taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. It features two race distances: a 5K and a 10-mile run. Both races use a gun start..

Trail races at Fonta Flora Whippoorwill Farm in Nebo, NC with 7 mile and 5K courses on Lake James State Park trails. Events are chip timed and include a race shirt, finisher medal, and a post race beer for participants 21 and older.

A 5k in Valdese, NC on April 4, 2026 supporting awareness for humane treatment of incarcerated people. The course features a slope, rock stairs, a suspension bridge near 0.5 miles and an out and back on the Valdese greenway.

Test your endurance in the Pisgah National Forest with a 26 mile trek featuring over 5600 feet of elevation gain. Carry a 20lb pack through the North Carolina wilderness in this physical event organized by Green Beret Fitness.

This unique event challenges runners with successive one-mile loops at the Statesville Soccer Complex. Each round, the required finishing time gets shorter. It's part of a larger championship series where runners can earn points and compete..

Confront the steep, rugged loops of the Leatherwood Mountains. This trail event offers distances from 10 miles to 100 miles, each with significant elevation gain on private trails. Aid stations provide essential fuel, and the 100-miler requ..

The Seven Sisters 25k is a demanding mountain trail run in Montreat, NC, on April 11, 2026. Covering about 14.5 miles with 4,000 feet of climb, it traverses steep, technical ridges. Prior trail experience and mandatory safety gear are requi..

Conquer a three mile obstacle course with your favorite canine companion. This event features 17 obstacles and includes both competitive timed waves and a non competitive fun run for the whole family.

Experience the annual Union Half Marathon and Relay across two scenic trails in Big Stone Gap. Run through historic train tunnels on a USATF certified course while supporting local cross country and youth medical research.

A trail run and walk at the Red Horse Inn in Landrum, South Carolina on April 12, 2026, with separate courses of about 4 miles for runners and about 2 miles for walkers. Tickets include one glass of wine or beer and the event is 21 and over..

Experience a premier gravel cycling event through the rugged Wilson Creek Gorge and Grandfather Ranger District with scenic 58 and 85 mile routes starting in downtown Lenoir.

Gather your team for an epic 200 mile relay adventure through the scenic mountains of Western North Carolina. Choose between 6, 9, or 12 person squads to conquer 36 legs starting from the beautiful Pisgah National Forest.

Run through the Appalachian legends of Southwest Virginia at the Troublesome Hollow 50K. This weekend event offers flat riverside trails, iconic swinging bridges, and a hilltop fire tower. The 50K and 25K races are the first step in the 'Fr..

Experience a rhythmic trail run through the shaded woods of Pleasant Ridge County Park. Choose between 10K and Half Marathon distances while supporting an inclusive community camp for children and adults with disabilities.

Run a beautiful 3-mile loop in Hendersonville, NC. Choose from a 5K or timed 6-hour and 12-hour events on this scenic, challenging course. The event includes awards, camping options, and frequent aid station access.

Experience the nature trails of Jennings Park at this community 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run in Statesville. Enjoy food trucks, vendor booths, and a stroller friendly course perfect for all fitness levels.

Course Details The event takes place at Wag Valley Farm. The course is a loop of approximately 3.1 miles. It begins on a flat section through a field with views of mountains before entering woods on a single-track trail. The trail features..

Trail races at Grayson Highlands State Park on May 2 and 3, 2026 feature distances from 8 miles to 50 miles with significant climbing, mapped aid stations, and course cutoffs. Volunteers may receive free entries.

Test your endurance on a scenic farmland trail loop at the Soggy Bottoms Back Yard Ultra. Choose your distance every 30 minutes in this family friendly event where entry is a donation to a local cause.

Hellbender 100 The Hellbender 100 is a 100-mile trail race. The 2026 edition will use an alternative course, combining elements of the 2025 route with the original course, due to trail conditions. The route passes through the Black Mountain..