Trail Running Calendar North Carolina 2025-2026

The Broad River Trail Run is a running event scheduled for October 11, 2025, in Shelby, North Carolina. Participants can choose between two race distances: a 10-mile run and a 5K. Both races start at the Ranger Station and follow scenic trails along the Broad River, offering a mix of terrain and bea..

The Uwharrie 100 Mile Trail Run is set to take place in the Uwharrie National Forest on October 18-19, 2025. This challenging event features a 20.5-mile loop course characterized by technical trails with roots and rocks, requiring participants to navigate through a lush forest. Runners can choose be..

The Rootrock Trail Run, taking place on October 18, 2025, at Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill, NC, features a challenging and scenic course for runners of all levels. Participants can choose from three distances: 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, all set within a beautiful green community with extensive forest..

The Another Round 25K is an exciting endurance running event taking place at Jockey's Ridge State Park in Nags Head, NC. Participants will complete five 5K loops, running one loop each hour. This event welcomes both individual runners and teams, with awards based on cumulative time.The course featur..

The FRC Deerfly Trail Race is an exciting running event taking place at Carvers Creek State Park in Fayetteville, NC. Scheduled for October 18, 2025, this race features multiple distances, including an 11K and a 6K, as well as special events for dogs, such as the Big Dog 11K and Lil Pup 6K. Particip..

The Monster Dash is a 5K trail run taking place in Carolina Beach State Park, North Carolina, designed to celebrate Great State Trails Day. This event aims to raise funds for young runners, promoting fitness and community engagement. Participants can enjoy the scenic trails while supporting a good c..

The Quest for the Crest is a challenging trail running event taking place in Burnsville, NC, featuring 50K, 25K, and a newly introduced 11K race. Known for its extreme difficulty, the 50K course includes a staggering 12,000 feet of vertical gain, while the 25K and 11K feature 4,500 and 3,800 feet of..

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 and experience stunning mountain views. The event features a 50K race, a half marathon, and a new relay..

The Triple Lakes Trail Race is a prominent running event in North Carolina, taking place at Bur-Mil Park in Greensboro. This race features multiple distance options, including a half marathon, marathon, and a challenging 40-mile ultra, catering to both novice and experienced runners. The course show..

The Trick or Trail 5K in Hendersonville, NC, is a Halloween-themed running event that combines fitness with festive fun. Participants can enjoy a scenic course through the Historic 7th Avenue District and the Oklawaha Greenway, encouraging creative costumes and community spirit. The event features a..

The Eno River Run is an annual running event held at Eno River State Park in Durham, featuring a choice of 6- or 11-mile courses. Participants can enjoy a unique autumn adventure that includes technical single track trails, a river crossing, and bouldering sections. The event promotes community invo..

The Fuzzy Peach Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place at Hines Farm Park & Stables in Jacksonville, NC. Participants can choose from various options, including a 5K run, a virtual 5K, a kids' 1-mile run, and a 1-mile walk. This family-friendly event encourages community involvement and..

Tideland 24 is a fully supported 24-hour ultramarathon taking place in the scenic Croatan National Forest, North Carolina. Participants will navigate a USATF certified 1.37779-mile loop trail that showcases the beauty of the White Oak River and surrounding salt marshes. The event aims to provide a f..

The Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike is an exciting outdoor event taking place in Washington, NC, featuring a variety of trail races and hikes. Participants can choose from a 10K hike, a 10K trail race, a half marathon trail race, and a 50K trail race, all set in a scenic state park with beginner-friend..

The Looking Glass 100K is a scenic ultramarathon set in the Pisgah National Forest, near Asheville, NC. This challenging race features a single-loop course that showcases stunning landscapes, including the iconic Looking Glass Rock, high balds above 6,000 feet, and multiple waterfalls. Participants..

The Unforeseen is a unique running event taking place at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve in Charlotte, NC. This random distance race features a dice roll just before the start, determining the race distance between 4.5 to 27 miles, with each lap measuring 2.25 miles. The course consists of flat gravel a..

The 16th Annual Camp Chestnut Ridge Trail Races will take place at the Chestnut Ridge Camp and Retreat Center in Efland, NC. This event features three race options: a 4-ish mile trail run, an 8-ish mile trail run, and a 3-mile virtual race. The course will navigate through scenic trails with rolling..

The 16 Hour Lock-In is an exciting endurance event taking place at Carolina Beach State Park, North Carolina. Participants have 16 hours to complete a 4.5-mile loop as many times as they wish, making it accessible for athletes of all abilities. The course features scenic views and a mix of terrain,..

The Birds of a Feather Trail Trot is a Thanksgiving Day running event held at Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill, NC. Participants can choose between a mellow 2-mile course featuring paved and smooth trails or a rugged 5K course with roots and hills. Both distances offer untimed fun runs and timed race opt..

The High Country Turkey Trot 10k is part of a festive running event held annually in Boone, North Carolina, featuring both a 10k and a 5k timed trail race, along with a fun run/walk. Participants can enjoy scenic routes through the Boone Greenway and Kennedy Trails, with awards for top finishers and..