Trail Running Calendar North Carolina 2025-2026

Freedom Starts Here 10K, 5K, and 1-Mile Run is a Pinehurst, North Carolina charity race held at the Sandhills Community College Campus, running through Reservoir Park and the Whitehall Trail Network along a well-maintained course that start..

Enjoy scenic single track at the Little River Trail Runs on January 10, 2026, choosing from 10 mile or 7 kilometer courses with aid stations and friendly volunteers. All proceeds support park and trail upkeep, so every mile gives back.

Run the Southern Tour Ultra in Wilmington on Jan 16-17, 2026 with individual and team entries on 10 mile loops from 50K to 100 miles. Camp, enjoy live music, a bonfire and a friendly race day atmosphere.

Explore Tsali Ultra at Tsali Recreation Area in Nantahala Forest with 8K, 30K and 50K single track courses offering views of Fontana Lake and the Great Smoky Mountains. The 50K is the NC USATF 50 km championship with cash prizes.

Run the Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Trail Half or 5 Mile at Northeast Park with scenic Reedy Fork River crossings, ruck divisions and virtual entries. Registration includes a custom hoodie, finisher medal, post race food and beer.

Honor Roy Abernathy in Gastonia on Jan 17, 2026 while supporting research into brain deterioration and learning disabilities. Choose 1 Mile 5K 10K or 50K on mixed paved and trail loops and earn a unique handmade pottery medal.

Run laps on a scenic singletrack loop through Haw River State Park, repeating a 3.2 mile trail lap for set times. Choose 3 Hour, 6 Hour, 12 Hour or a 12 Hour relay for a solo or team endurance challenge.

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.

Viking Dash - Raleigh, NC The Viking Dash - Raleigh takes place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Harris Lake County Park, 2112 County Park Dr, New Hill, NC 27562. The event is presented as the Raleigh Viking Dash Trail Run and includes mu..

Challenge yourself on the Queen Anne's Revenge Ultra at River Park North in Greenville NC on Feb 21 2026, with 50k and 20k solo options plus relay teams. Tackle scenic 6.2 mile loops, soak up the community vibe, and support Heart for ENC.

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.

Push your limits at Holly Springs Race Against the Sun, a 12 and 24 hour trail loop challenge at Sugg Farm Park with solo, relay and ruck divisions. Tackle a 4.167 mile rolling loop with aid stations and crew support, and earn milestone pat..

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.

Test yourself at Grit & Grace Trail Race at Camp GuilRock in Reidsville NC on Saturday February 28 2026 with a 12 hour trail challenge or a 6 hour ruck on a scenic 3 mile loop. Camping, a firepit and a stocked aid station will keep you fuel..

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..

Explore the northern Greensboro trails in early spring with scenic 5, 10 and 17 mile courses around Lake Brandt and Lake Townsend. In person, ruck and virtual options available plus a connectable Mega Medal.

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.