Trail Running Calendar South Carolina 2025-2026

Race to Recovery is a 3.5-mile trail run at Walnut Creek Park on Walnut Creek Parkway, near Lancaster/Indian Land, South Carolina. Hosted by Counseling Services of Lancaster in honor of Overdose Awareness Month, the event follows the scenic Carolina Thread Trail to raise awareness and funds for over..

Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon is a scenic 13.1-mile trail race held in Jones Gap State Park near Marietta, SC, traversing the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. The route includes Rainbow Falls, a Rim of the Gap Trail section, and a climb toward Little Pinnacle Mountain along rugged single-track trail..

The Mountaineer Rumble 12 Hour is an endurance running event held at Kings Mountain State Park in Clover, South Carolina. Participants run a 4.5-mile loop featuring scenic trails such as the National Recreation Trail, CCC Multi-Use Trail, Living History Farm, and Historic Farm Trail. The course offe..

The Dirt Dash is a trail running event held at Johns Island County Park in Johns Island, South Carolina. Offering marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances, the race features a scenic 3.3-mile loop course through diverse terrains including open meadows, wooded trails, and grassy paths, surround..

The Lake Conestee 8k Run/Walk is a scenic trail race held at Lake Conestee Nature Park in Greenville, South Carolina. Covering an 8k (approximately 5 miles) loop, the course features soft natural trails, single-track paths, and wooden boardwalks crossing wetlands and rivers, with 285 feet of elevati..

Seton Trail Classic is a Myrtle Beach-based trail race held on the Horry County Panther Run trail behind the Carolina Forest Recreation Center. Now in its third year, the event offers a 5K trail run or walk, with a virtual 5K option. The course is described as beginner-friendly and flat, yet it prov..

The Furry 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run 2025 takes place at Generations Park in Aiken, South Carolina, benefiting FOTAS. Runners and their leashed dogs tackle a 5K on a certified cross-country trail of packed dirt and sand with several inclines, plus a non-timed 1-Mile Fun Run. The 5K is officially timed; t..

The Inferno Ultra, held in Conway, South Carolina, challenges runners with 15K, 25K, and 50K distances along the rugged Panther Trail near Myrtle Beach. Known for its intense heat, high humidity, and twisting singletrack, the race tests participants' strength, endurance, and mental toughness under t..

True to the Brew Trail Run/Hike Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile point-to-point race in Spartanburg, SC, along the Croft Passage of the Palmetto Trail. The course runs from Cedar Springs Baptist Church to Croft State Park and is described as moderate with some hills and technical sections, best for expe..

The Midnight Dreary is held in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, at the Town Hall track. This USATF-sanctioned endurance event offers 24-hour, 12-hour, and 6-hour races on a certified 400-meter rubberized track, with lights to enable night running. The venue provides a gym with restrooms and showers,..

The Paris Mountain Half Marathon is a scenic 13.1-mile trail race held at Paris Mountain State Park in Greenville, South Carolina. Featuring a challenging course with 2,300 feet of elevation gain, runners navigate single-track trails, wide switchbacks, and two major climbs while passing three lakes..

The CCS Run Like the Devil 5K and Fun Run is part of the Kiawah River Fall Festival held at Kiawah River, Johns Island, SC. This family-friendly event celebrates the Lowcountry autumn with a 5K trail run and a fun run, offering scenic views across more than 2,000 acres of picturesque land. The 5K is..

The Fight for Families 5k is an annual trail run/walk held at Allison Creek Park in York, South Carolina, aimed at raising awareness of the local foster and adoption crisis. This true 5k race features interactive stations that provide insight into the experiences of children in the child welfare sys..

The Delirium Ultra 24 Hour Run, held in Beaufort, South Carolina, is a challenging endurance race featuring 6, 12, and 24-hour timed events on a scenic 1.62-mile closed-loop trail course. Set in the Habersham Community, the course showcases the Lowcountry's natural beauty with wooded trails and loca..

The Sadlers Creek Stumble is a fall trail running and camping event held at Sadlers Creek State Park in Anderson, South Carolina. It offers multiple race distances including a 32-hour 100-mile challenge, marathon, half marathon, and 10k, all set on scenic, looped trails around Lake Hartwell. The cou..

The Aiken Trailblazer Halloween Half Marathon is a festive running event held at Stable View, a scenic equestrian facility in Aiken, South Carolina, featuring over 1,000 acres of rolling hills and forest canopies. The event includes a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K with an optional steeplechase featuring ju..

Enoree Haunted Wine Run 5k takes place at Enoree River Vineyards & Winery in Newberry, SC. It includes a 5K and a 1.5-mile option, with two start times to choose from on race day. The course starts and finishes at the winery, running on grass in a cross-country style through the vineyard.The 5K is t..

The Ranger Run 5K at Camp Hayes in Coward, South Carolina, is a family-friendly trail running event held on November 1, 2025. Set amidst scenic wilderness trails at 936 E. Friendfield Rd, the race celebrates adventure, faith, and the spirit of the Royal Rangers. Open to participants of all ages, the..

The Springmaid Trail Race, held at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill, South Carolina, offers a scenic fall running experience on beautiful single-track trails. Participants can choose from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a 5K Dog Jog, with awards for top runners and dogs. The event supports the..

Rocky Point Patriot 5K/10K Trail Run, presented by The Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation, takes place at Choppee Recreation Center in Georgetown, South Carolina, inside the Rocky Point Community Forest. The event offers a 5K Trail Run/Walk, a 10K Trail Run/Walk, and a Kids’ Dash, with..