Trail Running Calendar South Carolina 2026-2027

A 7K trail race at Paris Mountain held alongside the USATF South Carolina Open and Masters Cross-Country Championships, with a commemorative patch for finishers, age group and overall prizes, and USATFSC awards for eligible members.

Six-race trail series at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill from May to August with 3 to 5 mile courses, door prizes, finishing awards, and points-based series scoring.

Experience trail running near the Blue Ridge Mountains with 15K and 5K races at Table Rock State Park. Navigate creek crossings and climbs toward Pinnacle Mountain to earn finisher awards and enjoy mountain views.

The Thirteenth annual JailBreak Escape Urban Challenge Run is a 3.1 miles obstacle course in Lexington SC on August 8, 2026, supporting law enforcement with competitive and noncompetitive team options.

Community 5K at Easley High School with a kids mile for sixth grade and below, t-shirt guarantee for early registrants, and proceeds supporting the school cross country and track program.

A six hour trail running event in Enoree, South Carolina on August 29, 2026, organized by G.O.A.T. Trail Running, with limited published course and support details.

Trail race at Johns Island County Park with 5K, 10K, half and full marathon on an approx 3.3-mile loop, on-site camping, aid station, and a youth discount.

A 12 hour trail run at Kings Mountain State Park in Clover SC featuring a 4.5 mile loop, lap-based racing, on-course aid and drop bag access, and views of Lake Crawford.

A 13.1 miles trail race near Jones Gap State Park in Marietta SC, featuring 2,000 feet of elevation gain, single track trails, and views of Rainbow Falls. Two aid stations supply water and snacks and the event is cupless.

A women only 5K obstacle mud run at The Master's Motoplex in Gaston, SC on September 13, 2026. The course features 18+ obstacles and welcomes participants aged 7 and older in a team focused, non competitive format.

Experience a scenic 8k trail race through the forests and wetlands of Lake Conestee Nature Park. Run or walk a five mile loop featuring natural trails and boardwalks with views of the lake and local wildlife.

Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer on September 26, 2026 at Milliken Arboretum features a 5K and a 1 mile fun run to raise funds for children with cancer. The event includes race shirts, team competitions, and age group awards.

A 13.1 mile half marathon on the Croft Passage of the Palmetto Trail in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The technical course has some hills, a four hour cutoff and a field limited to 250 runners.

Experience a scenic 13.1 mile trail loop through Paris Mountain State Park featuring 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Run past tranquil lakes and waterfalls while enjoying panoramic summit views and vibrant fall foliage.

A 6 kilometer cross country race on the GE Vernova campus in Greenville SC featuring mixed surfaces and a closed course. Participants receive socks and age group awards; corporate shield team selection is required at registration.

A Last Person Standing race at Westminster Park on October 17, 2026 using a 4.167 mile loop with about 400 ft elevation per loop, on-site aid and crew areas.

LUNG FORCE Run/Walk in Charleston on October 17, 2026 brings participants to Folly Beach to support lung health, honor survivors and raise funds for lung disease research.

Trick or Trail 5K is a Halloween themed 5 kilometer run in Collyar Park, Laurens, SC, mixing road sections with trails through the Joe R. Adair Outdoor Education Center. Costumes are encouraged and prizes are given for creativity, speed, an..

A 21+ trail run and walk at the Red Horse Inn with separate runner and walker courses on marked dirt and gravel trails; tickets include one house wine or beer and advanced registration is required.

Test your endurance on the historic grounds of a former WWII training facility in South Carolina. Choose between 50k, 25k, or 8 mile technical trail courses at the rugged Croft State Park.