Trail Running calendar near Troutman 2026-2027

Timed 3, 6, and 12 hour races on the flat Thermal Belt Rail Trail in Forest City, NC with aid stations, on site medical support, relay options, and a 50 mile buckle for those finishing 50 miles within 12 hours.

A trail event at Hagan-Stone Park offering half marathon and 10K runs plus ruck and virtual options, with morning, evening, and double-entry formats; evening races may require personal lights.

An obstacle mud run at the Jerry Long Family YMCA with a 3.1-mile 5K for ages 7+ and a 1-mile Fun Run for all ages, supporting YMCA health programs and offering new medals for 2026.

A 12 hour trail running event at Kings Mountain State Park featuring a repeated 4.5 mile loop with lake and farm views. Aid station and drop bag access on each loop and organizers provide drinks while runners bring food.

A sixth annual trail run at Shining Hope Farms in Conover, NC offering chip timed 5k and 10k distances on a 120 acre farm. The event honors veterans and first responders while raising funds for Saddles & Salutes scholarships.

XC Experience is a two lap 5k on the R S Central High School cross country course in Rutherfordton NC. The route uses packed dirt, grass and some pavement and finishes on the stadium track with multiple spectator viewing points.

Point to point trail race between Pilot Mountain State Park and Hanging Rock State Park in North Carolina, offering 50 Mile and 50K options, a 50 Mile Relay, ruck and virtual races with substantial climbing.

Table Rock Ultras in Morganton, NC on September 19, 2026 offers 50K and 30K trail courses with summit miles, creek crossings, single track and gravel sections. Aid stations provide drinks and snacks but no cups so bring a bottle.

An untimed mountain ascent in West Jefferson NC of about 5 miles and 1,600 feet of gain. Finishers and spectators receive custom bells and a portion of fees supports new trail construction.

An elimination-style running event on a 1.25-1.5 mile farm loop near Huntersville, NC, scheduled for September 2026. Runners complete timed laps until one remains while the event supports pollinator habitat and clothing and shoe recycling.

A memorial trail event in Wilkesboro, North Carolina on September 26, 2026 offering timed 5K and 10K runs, an untimed 5K walk, and a virtual option. Chip timing and RFID-tagged bibs are used and proceeds support the American Cancer Society.

Flint's Fabulous 5K in Kannapolis on September 26, 2026 is a 5K run/walk supporting Leashes of Valor, which provides no-cost service dogs to post-9/11 veterans. Registration options include a shirt choice and optional donations for specific..

A community event at Milliken Arboretum featuring a 5K and a 1 Mile fun run to raise funds for children with cancer; includes race shirts, team awards, and age-group prizes.

Trail races at Salem Lake Marina feature a 30K, a 7-mile loop, and a 5K on a mostly shaded wooded trail, with water stops, packet pickup, post-race food and beer, and proceeds benefiting the Salem Lake Trail System.

Test your endurance on the technical hills of the Palmetto Trail during this 13.1 mile run or hike. Enjoy a custom medal and a full breakfast after finishing this scenic course through the Croft Passage.

A trail running event at Rocky Branch Park with on-site and virtual 5K and 10K options; timing uses bib chips, participants receive a branded T-shirt and sticker, and proceeds support the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

A Last Man Standing event in Kings Mountain, NC on October 10, 2026 using a repeating 3.1 mile loop with changing time limits that cycle from 40 to 60 minutes. Runners are eliminated for missed cutoffs and one final solo loop determines a w..

A certified 5K trail run on a 50 acre horse ranch near Gastonia, NC, accompanied by a 2K walk, a Half Pint race for ages 7 and under, and a virtual 5K option. The event runs rain or sunshine and will be canceled for lightning.

A family-friendly event on October 10, 2026 in Morganton featuring a 5K Zombie Run with flag-capture rules and awards, plus a one mile costume fun run and an after party with food trucks and activities.

Timed trail events on October 10, 2026 in Valdese, NC offer three, six, and twelve hour options on an approximately three mile loop with trail and crushed cinder greenway; vendor space, food, and occasional live music are planned.