Trail Running calendar near Washington 2025-2026

The Roanoke Canal 5k is a trail race in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, along the historic Roanoke Canal built in 1823. It offers a 5K and a 1/2 Mile Fun Walk, with proceeds supporting the Roanoke Canal Museum’s batteau exhibit. The course runs on the Roanoke Canal Trail—a natural-surface, generally..

The Epiphany Cross Country #2 is a running event held in New Bern, North Carolina, at 2301 Trent Road. Scheduled for September 15, 2025, the event features separate 5K races for girls and boys. While specific details about the course layout and atmosphere are not provided, the event offers a competi..

The Wildwood Wander 5k is a trail race and ruck event held in Wildwood Park, Greenville, North Carolina. Hosted by the Greenville Police Department, this 5-kilometer race offers participants a scenic course through natural park trails. The event supports a good cause, with all proceeds benefiting th..

Boots and Blooms 5K takes place at Martin Marietta Park in New Bern, North Carolina. The event offers a 5K and a virtual 5K, suitable for running or walking, with stroller-friendly gravel trails on the Dragonfly loop. The course features minimal elevation changes, one water station, and light refres..

Medoc Trail Races is a runner-first trail event held at Medoc Mountain State Park in Hollister, North Carolina. The weekend features two distances: a 10-mile and a 5-mile race. Runners share a common start/finish area and run similar courses, with the 10-miler adding mountain-bike trails and a summi..

The Fuzzy Peach Trail Run invites runners and families to Jacksonville, North Carolina, staging at Hines Farm & Stables on the scenic trails of Hines Farm Park & Stables. The event offers a 5k option, a virtual 5k, a Kids 1-Mile Option with a kids pack, and a 1-Mile Walk. Notable features include po..

Tideland 24 is a fully supported 24-hour ultramarathon held in Cedar Point, North Carolina, within the scenic Croatan National Forest. Participants run or walk on the USATF-certified 1.37779-mile Tideland National Recreation Trail, which features crushed gravel paths, minimal elevation gain, and var..

The Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike takes place in Washington, North Carolina, at a scenic state park featuring beginner-friendly trails with boardwalks and Spanish Moss. The event offers multiple distances: a 10K hike, 10K trail race, half marathon trail race, and a 50K trail race. The courses are mos..

The OWLS Fort Macon 5K Trail Run is a scenic cross-country race held at Fort Macon State Park in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina. Scheduled for April 11, 2026, the 5K course features a mix of wooded and open sun-exposed trails with moderate elevation changes, footbridge crossings, and stunning views..