Trail Running Calendar North Carolina 2026-2027

Run the Land and Lakes Relay, a scenic team race from Warren Wilson to Fonta Flora Brewery near Lake James. Teams of 4 or 6 run legs from 2.7 to 8.7 miles through scenic lakeside country, finishing at the brewery with a post race party.

Run the Catawba Falls 15k in Old Fort North Carolina, starting along the Catawba River before a rugged trail loop past waterfalls and creek crossings. Race proceeds support local conservation and the finish features food from nearby partner..

Challenge yourself at the Ellerbe Marathon or Half on a scenic certified countryside loop that starts and finishes in downtown Ellerbe. Finishers get custom medals and pottery wine cups amid the race's longtime hometown charm.

Join the 5th annual Union Mills Wilderness 5K and 10K on Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 in Union Mills, NC for timed races on scenic riverside and mountain routes. Proceeds support the Union Mills Learning Center.

Perennial is a time based endurance run through the scenic trails at Daniel Stowe Conservancy, with 3 hour, 6 hour and 10 hour options on March 7, 2026. Run repeated 5K loops on mostly trail and crushed gravel while chasing distance goals a..

Take on the TarDevil 30 mile Bushwhack, a spirited point to point training run between UNC and Duke that alternates direction each year. This unofficial, adventurous route crosses rugged terrain so come prepared and run at your own risk.

Tackle rugged trails and four scenic peaks at the Naked Mountain Ultra in Morrow Mountain State Park, Albemarle NC. Choose 10, 25 or 50 mile routes with generous aid, product sampling, and a true mountain trail experience.

MST 100 Endurance Races offer scenic trail challenges at Falls Lake in Durham, NC on March 7, 2026, from Rolling View Recreation Area. Choose 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K or 10 mile on mostly single track along the Mountains to Sea Trail.

Run 26.2 miles through William B. Umstead State Park in Raleigh on scenic, challenging trails that wind through forests, lakes, and streams. Aid stations, a post race meal and commemorative shirt make this a rewarding trail marathon.

Run, ruck or hike scenic trails around Lake Brandt and Lake Townsend in Greensboro with 17, 10 and 5 mile options. Entries include shirt, finisher medal, post race food and beer and virtual options.

Join Miles 4 Moore on Mar 7, 2026 in Pinehurst NC for a marathon, half marathon or 5K around scenic Reservoir Park trails. Proceeds fund gym memberships, coaching and nutrition support for low income families and student athletes.

Join the Panther Prowl for a scenic 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run on the trails of Northside High School, with mostly flat terrain and a few gentle hills. All proceeds support the Northside High track and cross country programs and their athletes.

Run the BigFoot Tech Trek 5K on March 7, 2026 in Marion, NC, a scenic campus route along the Tech Trail and around a pond with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. A welcoming course for runners and walkers alike.

Hit the trails at Pluck Farm for the Learning Outside 5K Trail Run or walk, plus a kids dash and virtual option. Expect muddy singletrack, after event brews, and the chance to support programs that connect children with nature.

Start at Old Baldy Lighthouse and run across car free Bald Head Island and long stretches of Atlantic beach in Badwater Cape Fear. Choose 50 km or 51.4 miles for a seaside ultra with full aid support.

Run Blackbeard's Revenge 100 Ultra and Relay across the scenic Outer Banks from Corolla to Hatteras with solo and relay entries on a paved coastal route. Expect aid stations, a finisher medal or 100 mile buckle and a finish at The Wreck.

Run rugged, high country trails at the Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker in Old Fort, NC, choosing a tough 50 mile or 55 kilometer course with technical singletrack and big climbs. Enjoy scenic views, solid aid and rustic Camp Grier vibes.

Run or hike scenic trails with river and lake views at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, with 4 mile, 8 mile, 25K and 50K options for all paces. Finishers get tacos and a sustainable wood medal and 50K entrants receive socks.

Assault on BlackRock is a seven mile trail race in Sylva NC on March 21, 2026 that climbs to the summit through spruce forests along the Plott Balsam spine. Expect rugged single track, steep pitches and a festive community vibe.

Hit the woods for the Frogman 5K Trail Run in Jacksonville on March 21, 2026, a scenic mostly flat 5K honoring a fallen service member and supporting combat wounded veterans. Expect medals for every finisher and a welcoming community vibe.