Trail Running Calendar North Carolina 2026-2027

A dog friendly 5K trail run and hike through Hoke Community Forest with a separate canicross start for harnessed teams; all dogs must be leashed and vaccinated and all finishers receive a commemorative medal.

A multi-sport Flyathlon at Green River Ranch near Saluda, NC that combines trail running, fly fishing and craft beer to support watershed and fishery recovery. The event features a six mile out and back run, catch and release fishing and po..

Experience the 18th annual trail event at Carolina North Forest featuring 10 mile and 7 kilometer distances. Choose between the in-person event or a self-timed run on marked trails in Chapel Hill.

Run a 5k under the stars at Hagan-Stone Park, guided by hundreds of LED tea lights and live bluegrass music. This night trail race includes a custom shirt, a commemorative mason jar, and two post-race cocktails or mocktails. A headlamp is r..

Experience an outdoor adventure in Raleigh featuring a two mile obstacle course with mud and a giant slip and slide. This family friendly event is open to all ages and includes a finisher medal for everyone.

A four hour timed trail race at Rob Wallace Park in Midland, NC using repeated 2 mile laps around the park and quarry lake. The event supports the Greater Charlotte SPCA and includes an adoption presence at the start finish area.

Test your endurance on a scenic farmland trail loop at the Soggy Bottoms Back Yard Ultra. Choose your distance every 30 minutes in this family friendly event where entry is a donation to a local cause.

Discover an intense obstacle course weekend at McCormick Farms featuring distances from 5K to 50K. Navigate dense forests and a deep quarry during this comprehensive Spartan Trifecta event in North Carolina.

A sand-course *5K (3.1 miles)* run or walk in Surf City, NC, held as part of the two-day Ocean Fest. The course is manually timed, shoes are optional, and proceeds support ocean-focused nonprofits.

A 100-mile trail event in the Black Mountains near Old Fort, NC, reaching Mt. Mitchell with extensive elevation gain. The nonprofit race enforces strict qualifying standards, mandatory safety gear, a 39-hour cutoff, and volunteer requiremen..

Experience the inaugural Run to the Rhythm Trail 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at Northwood High School. Enjoy a scenic morning of wooded paths and rolling hills through Pittsboro's natural trails with options for all ages.

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of this historic charity race through the Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve. Run a 5K on gravel roads or enjoy a 1 mile walk to support local community initiatives in the Outer Banks.

A 5K obstacle course at Rocky Mount Sports Complex with mud pits, 15 plus obstacles, and a one mile kids race. Proceeds support local college scholarships and registered racers receive a shirt, medal, and goodie bag.

Mountain point-to-point trail races in Burnsville, NC offering 50K and 25K with large vertical gain, technical terrain that can require scrambling and ropes, mandatory start shuttles, and event swag including a pint glass and hat.

Experience a community focused obstacle course race at a motocross training facility in North Carolina. Navigate a dirt bike track, creek runs, and pond crossings across distances ranging from 1 to 6 miles.

Trail races in Waxhaw, NC on May 16, 2026 with a 50k run made of three 10+ mile laps and a single 10 mile loop, cupless aid station, finishers medal, and limited t shirt availability.

Join this community trail race in Black Mountain to support cancer patients. Choose between an in person 5k through mountain trails or a virtual option to participate from anywhere.

Mad Dash in Conover features a 5K, a tri-sport challenge with a swim and obstacle course, and a kids' fun run. It's held at the Treetop Adventures park on Lake Hickory. The event supports local adventure initiatives and includes live music.

Experience the forested trails of Chapel Hill at this annual trail event. Choose from three distances on terrain featuring single track paths and hill climbs followed by post race food and music at Great Meadow Park.

Experience a unique 50K event featuring ten consecutive 5K runs starting every hour on a natural surface course. Bring your own supplies and enjoy a social atmosphere with fellow runners during the scheduled breaks between laps.