Trail Running Calendar North Carolina 2025-2026

Hellbender 100 is a 100 mile trail ultramarathon from Old Fort North Carolina into the Black Mountains including the summit of Mt Mitchell on May 8 2026. Expect huge climbing, rugged terrain and pacers allowed for this epic challenge.

The Mighty Mountain Run is a trail running event held at Camp Caraway in Sophia, North Carolina, featuring 5K and 10K distances. Set in the scenic Northern Uwharrie Mountains, the course includes rolling hills, gravel, asphalt, and trails t..

Run the Devil Makes Three 50K or 10 Miler in Waxhaw, NC on May 16, 2026, tackling technical trails, prairie grass and scenic lake views on a looped course. Finishers earn medals and optional custom shirts are available.

Tackle steep, technical singletrack in Quest for the Crest, a point to point trail challenge finishing at the summit of Mt Mitchell. Choose from 11K, 25K or epic 50K with massive vertical gain, shuttle start and rugged high risk terrain.

Tackle rugged singletrack and gravel at the Agapé 100k and 50k, a looped trail ultramarathon at Camp Agapé in Fuquay Varina NC on May 15 to 17 2026. Expect technical terrain, big climbs and limited spots for a true ultrarunning challenge.

Event overview The May Madness 50K in Hoffman, North Carolina, is an ultramarathon made up of ten consecutive 5K laps (total 50K) held on May 23, 2026. Entrants must complete all ten laps to be considered finishers. Group starts are used fo..

Take on the Momentus BackYard Ultra at Williams Rushing Farm near Monroe, NC on May 30, 2026. Choose the signature hourly BackYard Ultra loop or a single loop Celebrity Fun Run on a rustic dirt course with camping and live music.

Ridge to Rails in Old Fort NC offers scenic, challenging trail races across the Old Fort Gateway Trail system with 50k, half marathon and 10k distances. Rugged loop and point to point courses reward runners with forest views and big elevati..

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell NC on June 13 offers a bold 50K or fun 5K over rugged 10 mile loops with 1,400 ft climb per loop and a 10 hour cutoff. Aid stations are stocked and every finisher earns a unique handcrafted pottery medal.

Run a charming farm race in Ellenboro NC with 50K, 25K or a short loop while every registration supports farm development. Enjoy a looped course with a stocked aid station and unique handmade pottery medals for finishers.

Join the Sweaty Backyard Cox Ultra in Concord on July 25, 2026, a last person standing loop challenge with hourly laps. This Bronze qualifier sends the winner to the 2026 Capital Backyard Ultra with entry paid.

Black Copperhead Sting is an ultramarathon held in Belmont, North Carolina at Rocky Branch Park. The event offers 50K, 25K, and 5K distances and marks its 8th year returning to the area. The course is a 3.24-mile trail loop with about 293 f..

Not A Sprint Ultra Races in Forest City NC features three, six and twelve hour individual events and three person relays on a scenic paved rail trail. Aid stations are well stocked and 50 mile finishers earn a belt buckle.