Trail Running Calendar North Carolina 2026-2027

A 25 hour timed trail run on a scenic 3.6 mile loop at Camp Grier in Old Fort, NC on October 31, 2026, with free tent camping, staffed aid stations, milestone awards and handcrafted awards for top finishers.

Terror Trails Ultra runs on the trails of Cane Creek Park in Waxhaw, NC on October 31, 2026, offering 4M, 8M, 25K and 50K options with a single $45 entry fee and on-course aid stations.

A 24 hour ultramarathon on November 7, 2026 in Cedar Point, NC, run on a USATF certified 1.37779 mile loop through salt marsh and forest. Proceeds support the Marine Raider Foundation; awards and 100 mile buckles are offered.

A community trail event at Hines Farm & Stables on 11/07/2026 featuring a 5K, virtual 5K and untimed 1 Mile options, plus a kids walk with medals and frozen yogurt at the finish. The 5K includes age group awards and prizes.

A community run along the Yadkin River in Jonesville, NC on November 7, 2026 featuring a 5K and a 1 mile fun run; proceeds will help provide Christmas ham dinners for local families.

The Unforeseen at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve in Charlotte, NC features a dice-determined random distance from 4.5 to 27 miles and a separate 6 hour option to complete 2.25 mile laps on gravel and single-track trails.

A 5K trail run with a virtual 5K option on November 14, 2026 at The Simpson Event Center in Monroe, NC, featuring an expo, vendor food trucks, participant giveaways, and proceeds benefiting the UCSO Foundation.

A 100K single-loop trail race in Pisgah National Forest with about 62 miles and 10,600 ft of climbing, nine aid stations, strict mandatory safety gear, and crew access at specific aid stations.

Experience an off road 5K cross country run in the Vein Mountain area of North Carolina. All finishers receive a medal and the first thirty participants to register receive an event t-shirt.

Trail races and a hike at a North Carolina state park near Washington, NC. Distances include 10K, half marathon 13 miles and 50K, with boardwalked trails and sustainable wood medals for finishers.

The 16 Hour Lock In in Carolina Beach gives runners 16 hours to repeat a 4.5 mile loop on groomed coastal trails. The event includes aid stations, limited group campsites, finisher patches and shirts, and awards by distance.

Oakwood24 is a 24 hour timed run and walk benefiting Healing Transitions at Lakeside Retreats, featuring distance, time, and relay options plus a remembrance hour; the event has raised over $1,000,000 to support local recovery services.

Trail race in Brevard, NC on November 21, 2026 offering 7.5 miles, 25K and 50K on looped technical fern-lined trails with aid stations every 7.5 miles. Organized by Dirty Wolf Ultras.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Briar Chapel with a variety of trail races ranging from 2 miles to 10K. Enjoy smooth paths or technical single track trails followed by post race pie and festive awards.

A Thanksgiving morning running event in Boone offering 5K and 10K races, a fun run/walk, and a shirt-only nonprofit option, with on-site music, photo staging, costumes, giveaways, and a picnic shed with food and hot drinks.

Trail races on Black Friday in Snow Camp North Carolina with a 13.1 mile and a 7.5 mile course, offering run, ruck, economy and virtual options on marked single track trails with aid stations.

A holiday weekend trail run in Briar Chapel on November 28, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses, repurposed vintage tees and medals, a post race party, and a free kids race with prizes.

Experience a low key no frills 50k run through the rolling hills of North Carolina. Enjoy a community pasta lunch and support local animal advocates while completing this three loop course on asphalt and dirt roads.

Join this trail race at William B. Umstead State Park with 5 km, 10 km, and 13.1 mile distances. Enjoy organized transport from Harrison Square and earn finisher medals and winter gear at this Cary event.

Regional cross country meet in Charlotte on November 28, 2026, with multiple 5K and 3K races for high school and youth divisions. Top 10 boys and girls in the championship race advance to the national championships in San Diego.