Trail Running calendar near Stanley 2025-2026

Take on steep, rugged trails around Camp Grier with the Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker, choosing a challenging 50 mile route or a spirited 55 kilometer option. Expect big climbs, technical singletrack, lively aid stations, and live GPS trackin..

The True to the Brew Trail 10K Run/Hike is an annual event held in Pomaria, South Carolina, featuring a scenic course along the Peak to Prosperity Passage of the Palmetto Trail. This mostly flat, wide, and non-technical trail follows an old..

Run the New South Trail Marathon at Charlotte Whitewater Center on April 4, 2026. Choose full or half distance and enjoy scenic natural surface trails, lively aid stations, and a rugged, rewarding trail experience.

Run the Lake James Races from Fonta Flora Brewery in Nebo, NC with a scenic 7 Miler or a fun 5k on trails, beach and fields. Registration includes a wooden finisher medal, commemorative shirt and a beer for 21+ runners.

Event Leatherwood Marathons is an ultrarunning event held at Leatherwood Resort in Ferguson, North Carolina. The course uses private horse-trail that circles the property and includes shaded tree-line sections and overlooks. The event offer..

Run a rugged 25 km about 15 miles course in Montreat NC, climbing roughly 4,000 feet along the East and West ridges past scenic overlooks. Expect technical singletrack, rocky roots, limited aid, and a true mountain challenge.

Event overview Uforea is a trail running event in Troy, North Carolina, on April 18, 2026. The event is held on trails in the Uwharrie National Forest and is organized by the UwharrieUltras team. Registration opens October 20, 2025. The eve..

Run scenic singletrack loops at Wag Valley Farm in Hendersonville, NC, passing waterfalls, creeks, and a vintage barn with frequent aid support. Choose timed 12 hour or 6 hour challenges or a single loop 5K for all abilities.

Hellbender 100 is a 100 mile trail ultramarathon from Old Fort North Carolina into the Black Mountains including the summit of Mt Mitchell on May 8 2026. Expect huge climbing, rugged terrain and pacers allowed for this epic challenge.

The Mighty Mountain Run is a trail running event held at Camp Caraway in Sophia, North Carolina, featuring 5K and 10K distances. Set in the scenic Northern Uwharrie Mountains, the course includes rolling hills, gravel, asphalt, and trails t..

Run the Devil Makes Three 50K or 10 Miler in Waxhaw, NC on May 16, 2026, tackling technical trails, prairie grass and scenic lake views on a looped course. Finishers earn medals and optional custom shirts are available.

Quest for the Crest in Burnsville North Carolina on May 16 and 17 2026 sends runners point to point to Mount Mitchell, featuring brutal climbs and technical terrain. With 11K, 25K, and 50K options and limited aid, it is for experienced trai..

Take on the Momentus BackYard Ultra at Williams Rushing Farm near Monroe, NC on May 30, 2026. Choose the signature hourly BackYard Ultra loop or a single loop Celebrity Fun Run on a rustic dirt course with camping and live music.

Tackle Ridge to Rails in Old Fort, NC with 50k, half marathon or 10k across mixed singletrack and forest roads through Mill Creek Valley and the Old Fort Gateway. Expect technical trails, big mountain views and a dramatic downhill half.

Event overview The Buck Creek Streak is a clothing-optional trail run and walk held at Carolina Foothills Resort in Chesnee, South Carolina (90 Carolina Foothills Dr, Chesnee, SC 29323). The course uses woods, trails, and meadows and is pro..

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell NC on June 13 offers a bold 50K or fun 5K over rugged 10 mile loops with 1,400 ft climb per loop and a 10 hour cutoff. Aid stations are stocked and every finisher earns a unique handcrafted pottery medal.

Run a charming farm race in Ellenboro NC with 50K, 25K or a short loop while every registration supports farm development. Enjoy a looped course with a stocked aid station and unique handmade pottery medals for finishers.

Join the Sweaty Backyard Cox Ultra in Concord on July 25, 2026, a last person standing loop challenge with hourly laps. This Bronze qualifier sends the winner to the 2026 Capital Backyard Ultra with entry paid.

Black Copperhead Sting is an ultramarathon held in Belmont, North Carolina at Rocky Branch Park. The event offers 50K, 25K, and 5K distances and marks its 8th year returning to the area. The course is a 3.24-mile trail loop with about 293 f..

Join the Dark Horse Trail Series at Tryon Equestrian Center on August 22, 2026. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10k on scenic 6.5 mile loops with about 600 feet of climb. Expect chip timing, finisher medal, music and festive post race vib..