Stanley
Trail Running Calendar near Stanley 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Stanley for 2026-2027! We've gathered 36 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A night trail race at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances with mandatory headlamps and hydration aid stations.
A trail event at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve with a random-distance race and a six hour option on 2.25 mile laps.
A 12 hour loop race at ASC Greenway in Fort Mill, SC on Nov 21, 2026, run on a 5K loop around Lake Haigler with an aid station at the loop start and finish.
December 2026
Community 1 mile and 5K run at Park Road Park on December 5, 2026 supporting Grandma’s House with cupless stations, merchandise, medals, and awards.
Trail event at Crowders Mountain, Kings Mountain NC offering 100 mile, 100K, 50 mile, marathon and half marathon routes with four aid stations.
A mixed terrain holiday foot race at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC offering a 5K, a 1 mile and a kids run with post-race hot chocolate.
Celebrate the New Year at McAlpine Creek Park with a 5K race or a Kids Dash. Enjoy a certified crushed gravel course with scenic lake views and a festive midday countdown followed by a post race lunch.
Annual 50K around Denver NC starting at Lake Norman Brewery, mixing road and rooty trail sections with aid stations near miles 10 and 20.
January 2027
Road to trail running at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte with 5K, 10K and half marathon options, hydration stations, and age-group awards.
Mount Afton Challenge in Concord, NC on January 16, 2027 invites runners, ruckers, and walkers to log the most 1 mile laps in a fundraiser for NAMI Cabarrus Rowan Stanly.
A six hour trail race in Concord NC on a private 6.2 mile mostly singletrack loop with 1,350 ft gain per lap, an aid station, parking, and finisher and overall awards.
Trail races of 5K and 10K in Charlotte that conclude with a plunge into the Deep Water Solo pool, with packet pick-up, awards by age group, and event policies.
February 2027
Trail event in Charlotte with a 5K run and a 1 mile walk that includes adoption booths, clinics, and dog-focused vendors.
March 2027
Trail races in Kings Mountain offering a 5K and 10 Mile on gravel trails, water at turnaround and finish, and trophies for top three men and women.
April 2027
Obstacle course weekend at Porter Farms near Charlotte with Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km, kids races, a 12 hour Hurricane Heat, and spectator access.