Trail Running Calendar South Carolina 2026-2027

A timed trail event in Laurens, SC offering 3 hour, 6 hour, 12 hour, 24 hour formats and a 6 hour ruck. The race uses a roughly 5 mile loop with varied trail footing and supports Project Hope Foundation.

A six-race trail series at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill, running Wednesdays from May 6 to August 5, 2026. Courses of about 3–5 miles mix single track and gravel, with a points-based series scoring and a mix of door prizes and aw..

A looped ultramarathon on the Jericho Horse Trail in Francis Marion National Forest offering distances from 10 km to 100 miles, hot swamp conditions in June, three aid stations, and specific pacer rules for longer distances.

A trail event at Lakewood Nature Preserve where solo runners or relay teams complete four 2 mile loops with a BYOB beer challenge, chip timing, post-race games, giveaways and awards.

A USATF certified 5K road run in Downtown Clover on June 6, 2026 that raises funds for underprivileged children and Veterans. The event includes a children s fun run, age group awards, a free race shirt, and post race refreshments.

A community 5K run and walk on June 6, 2026 at the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail Extension in Clinton, SC supporting the Laurens County Trails Association. A Healthy Living Fair with vendors and trail activities follows the race.

Experience a unique clothing optional trail race through the scenic woods and meadows of the Carolina Foothills Resort. Choose between a 5k or a 7.3k chip timed run followed by a resort lunch and day pass access.

Test your endurance at The Preserve at Lakewood in a unique elimination race. Complete two mile laps on rolling grass trails as the time limit grows shorter with every loop from sunrise to sunset.

A YMCA obstacle course event in Port Royal on June 20 offers run and walk options with family oriented routes. A 1.5 km kids course has 10 obstacles while a 5 km adult course has 20 obstacles.

An 80s themed boardwalk run and walk at Plyler Park in Myrtle Beach on June 21, 2026, with a 2 mile in-person route and a virtual option. The event is untimed, includes event swag and a costume raffle, and supports Help 4 Kids Backpack Budd..

A three-day adult running and wellness camp at Stable View in Aiken, SC from June 25 to June 28, 2026 offering trail runs, coaching, nutrition workshops, yoga, a self-defense session and chef-prepared meals with on-site lodging.

A July 4 community run at Lakewood Nature Preserve offering 5K and 3K run or walk options, a post-run potluck, fireworks and optional camping; free entry requires club membership or a $10 donation alternative.

A *5K* trail loop repeats every 50 minutes for up to ten chances to run. Participants choose how many laps to do, with no eliminations or podium focus, allowing rest and rejoining between loops.

A half marathon and 5K trail race at Harbison State Forest on July 12, 2026, with packet pick-up options, participant T-shirt, and finisher medal. Registration opens July 17, 2025 with fees by distance.

A night 5K at Northwestern High School on July 18 that raises funds for the Northwestern Cross Country Team, featuring glow sticks, Christmas lights, costume encouragement, chip timing, and age group awards.

A beach running event at the Windjammer in Isle of Palms offering 5K and 10K races, a 5K walk, and youth fun runs on July 25, 2026. Courses run on flat, hard-packed beach and awards are given for overall and age-group finishers.

A six-race trail series at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill, running Wednesdays from May 6 to August 5, 2026. Courses of about 3–5 miles mix single track and gravel, with a points-based series scoring and a mix of door prizes and aw..

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 13th annual JailBreak Escape Urban Challenge Run is a 3.1 miles obstacle and CrossFit style course in Lexington, SC on August 8, 2026 that raises funds for Lexington County law enforcement. Teams can compete for awards or enter to compl..

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.