Trail Running Calendar North Carolina 2025-2026

Join the Freedom Starts Here run in Pinehurst on January 10 to raise funds for Sandhills Adult & Teen Challenge, a faith centered recovery program. Choose 10K, 5K or 1 mile, enjoy Reservoir Park trails, swag, medals and family friendly fun.

Hit scenic single track at Little River Trail Runs in Rougemont on January 10, 2026 with a 10 mile or 7 kilometer option, aid stations and course support. All proceeds help maintain park trails for the local community.

Southern Tour Ultra in Wilmington NC Jan 16 and 17, 2026 offers 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and team relay options run as repeated 10 mile loops at the race site. Support, camping, and shuttle service make it a weekend ultrarunning festival.

Run the Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Trail Half Marathon or 5 Mile at Northeast Park, featuring rugged trails, two river crossings and rucking options for both distances. Finishers get a custom hoodie, medal, post race food and beer as part of the..

Run scenic single track at Tsali Recreation Area near Bryson City, North Carolina on January 17, 2026 with 8K, 30K and 50K options beside Fontana Lake and Great Smoky Mountains. The 50K is the NC USATF 50 km trail championship.

Join the Roy Abernathy Legacy Race at George Poston Park in Gastonia on Jan 17, 2026, offering distances from 1 mile to 50K on scenic trail and soccer loop routes. Celebrate a meaningful cause supporting brain research and earn a handmade p..

Test yourself on rocky, rooty trails and waterfalls at Hanging Rock State Park in the HAROC challenge. Choose a technical 50k or 25k with aid stations and scenic views; register by Jan 28 for the Jan 31 race.

Run scenic but rugged trails around Stone Mountain in Roaring Gap, NC with 50K, 25K and 8 Miler options. The 50K features a carryable Protection Stone and every finisher earns a unique handcrafted pottery medal.

Join the 35th Uwharrie Mountain Run Feb 7 2026 in Uwharrie National Forest. Choose 40 mile, 20 mile or 8 mile single track courses with rocky roots, creek crossings and aid stations, and earn handcrafted pottery finisher awards.

Join the Viking Dash at scenic Harris Lake County Park in New Hill, NC, with 5K and 10K trail options for beginners and seasoned runners. Finishers earn a striking Viking Longship medal and top finishers get cozy knit socks.

Spend Valentine's Day with a scenic 5K through Golden Road Vineyards and a celebratory mimosa at the finish. Run on site or join the virtual 5K to enjoy medals, vineyard views, and festive vibes.

Team up in twos or fours for the Occoneechee Speedway Relay at Historic Occoneechee Speedway in Hillsborough and tackle 20 laps for about 13.5 miles. Expect custom swag, chip timing, division awards and a post race BBQ.

Tackle the 25K Pilot Mountain Salamander Scamper in Pinnacle NC for a scenic trail challenge around the iconic pinnacle. Limited field, fully stocked aid stations, hot post race meal and a finisher medallion await.

Tackle the Queen Anne's Revenge Ultra at River Park North with 50k or 20k options on a scenic 6.2 mile loop, solo or as a relay team. All proceeds benefit Heart for ENC and the event offers timed results and a welcoming community vibe.

Run the Land and Lakes Relay in late Feb 2026, a scenic team relay from Warren Wilson College in Asheville to Fonta Flora Brewery near Lake James. Teams of four or six share varied mountain legs and finish with awards and a celebratory beer..

Take on the Catawba Falls 15K on Feb 28 in Old Fort NC, a scenic trail run that climbs toward waterfalls with steep staircases, creek crossings, and mountain views. Proceeds support local land and trail conservation and local partners provi..

Run through scenic countryside at the Ellerbe Marathon and Half Marathon, a USATF certified loop that brings you back to town for a festive finish. Finishers get a custom medal, pottery wine cup, race shirt and a post race meal.

Perennial is a lap based timed endurance run at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Choose a 3, 6, or 10 hour category and complete as many roughly 5K trail loops as you can. Scenic course, limited spots, and a self supported vibe.

TarDevil 30 Mile Bushwack is a point to point fat ass style training run alternating between UNC and Duke. Expect challenging terrain and inherent risks; join at your own risk for a gritty, unofficial long run experience.

Tackle the Naked Mountain Ultra at Morrow Mountain State Park NC, with 50, 25 and 10 mile courses that climb four park peaks across extensive singletrack. Aid stations and pacers for the 50 mile keep the trail energy high.