Trail Running Calendar North Carolina 2024-2025

The 15th Annual Camp Chestnut Ridge Trail Races will take place at the Chestnut Ridge Camp and Retreat Center in Efland, NC. Participants can choose from three events: a 4-ish mile trail run, an 8-ish mile trail run, and a 3-mile virtual race. The course features scenic trails with rolling hills and..

The Birds of a Feather Trail Trot is a Thanksgiving Day running event taking place at Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill, NC. Participants can choose between a mellow 2-mile course and a rugged 5K course, with options for both timed and untimed runs. The event promotes family participation, featuring a fre..

The High Country Turkey Trot 10k is part of the annual event held in Boone, NC, featuring both a 10k timed trail race and a 5k option, along with a Fun Run/Walk. Scheduled for Thanksgiving morning, the race takes participants through scenic trails, promoting community engagement and support for loca..

The Derby 50K is an ultra-running event held in Ellerbe, NC, featuring a scenic 31.5-mile course that consists of three loops of rolling hills on both asphalt and dirt. This low-key race encourages participants to exercise caution as the course is not closed to traffic. Registration is first-come, f..

The Turkey Chase, organized by Fit & Able Productions, is a running event taking place in Cary, NC, on November 30, 2024. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 13.1-mile half marathon, a 10K, and a 5K, with options for virtual participation available from November 23 to 30. Eac..

The Shakori 40 Ultra is a running event taking place in Pittsboro, North Carolina, featuring a variety of races from December 6 to December 7, 2024. Participants can choose from several options, including a 40-mile individual race, a 40K individual open, and a 40-mile team relay. There are also divi..

The Run at the Rock is a popular annual running event taking place on December 7, 2024, at Cedarock Park in Burlington, NC. Celebrating its 20th year, the event features three race distances: 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, all set on scenic and challenging trails. Participants can enjoy well-marked cou..

The Lake Norman State Park Trail Race features two challenging events: a 30K and a 50K, set against the scenic backdrop of the park's smooth, rolling single-track trails. Participants will enjoy a well-supported race with multiple aid stations offering refreshments and snacks. The course is designed..

The KP5K Trail Run is a fundraising event organized by Kindred Promise, taking place on December 7, 2024, at The Union Exchange in Monroe, NC. This event features a 5K trail run suitable for all levels, allowing participants to either compete for time or enjoy a leisurely stroll through scenic natur..

The Misfit Island 50k is a trail running event held at Cane Creek Park in Waxhaw, NC, featuring three race distances: 50k, 8 miles, and 5k. All entry fees are set at $20 and will be donated to hurricane relief efforts in Western NC, with an additional goal of raising $6,000 for the Community Shelter..

The Old Fort Strong Endurance Festival is a unique running and biking event taking place in Old Fort, NC, from December 7 to December 8, 2024. Participants can choose from various endurance challenges, including 6, 12, and 24-hour runs and rides, as well as virtual options. The festival aims to rais..

The Quarry Crusher Run Concord is a unique running event that challenges participants to navigate steep declines and ascents within a working quarry. Set in Concord, NC, this race offers a rare opportunity to explore a stunning landscape typically closed to the public. Runners can choose between a 5..

The Beast of the East 100 is an exciting trail running event held in Kings Mountain, NC, featuring multiple race distances: 100 miles, 100K, a marathon, and a 15-mile option. Participants will traverse the scenic Crowders Mountain trail system, summiting both mountain peaks and enjoying stunning vie..

The Nutcracker Endurance Run is an annual running event held in Erwin, NC, featuring 12-hour, 6-hour, and 3-hour endurance races. Since its inception in 2014, the event has raised over $53,000 for local charities, including the Dunn Police Athletic and Activities League. The race takes place on a sc..

The Fonta Flora 50K and Half Marathon is an exciting trail running event set in the scenic Lake James State Park, North Carolina. Participants can enjoy the beautiful rolling trails along the lake's banks, with the race starting and finishing at Fonta Flora Brewery's Whippoorwill Farm. The event fea..

The Pilot Mountain Goat is an exciting running event held at Pilot Mountain State Park in Pinnacle, NC, featuring two race options: a 3-mile and a 7-mile course. Participants will navigate scenic trails, climbing to the mountain's summit, with both races starting in the campground and ending at the ..

The Carolina Beach State Park Trail Half Marathon & 5K is a scenic trail running event taking place in Carolina Beach, NC. Scheduled for December 28, 2024, the race features two courses: a 13.1-mile half marathon and a 3.1-mile 5K, catering to runners of all skill levels. Participants will enjoy a u..

The Resolution 5K is a free annual trail race held at Stevens Creek Nature Preserve in Mint Hill, NC. This year's event, hosted by OMR Ultra Endurance Events, encourages participants to bring non-perishable donations to support relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Helene in Western North C..

The Frosty Fifty Trail Races, taking place on January 3-4, 2025, at Salem Lake in Winston-Salem, NC, offers a variety of running events including a 5K Night Race, 12.5K, 25K, 50K, and the Gwyn's Grace 50K Relay. This event is recognized as the 2025 RRCA Southern Region Ultra Championship, featuring ..

The Intimidator 6-12-24 Hour is a unique Nascar-themed endurance running event held at the Bradley Middle School Track in Huntersville, NC. Participants can choose to compete in 6-hour, 12-hour, or 24-hour races, making it suitable for various skill levels. The event features a well-organized setup ..