Trail Running Calendar South Carolina 2026-2027

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.

An elimination style trail event at The Preserve at Lakewood in Greenville with a two mile loop and decreasing lap cutoffs. Distances include 100K, 50K, marathon and half marathon options.

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.

A Father's Day obstacle course in Jonesville on June 20, 2026 featuring a 5K adults course and a 3K kids course for children under 11, with running, walking, climbing and crawling across fields and trails.

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 multi-day running and wellness camp at Stable View in Aiken, SC with trail runs, coaching and nutrition workshops, yoga, a self-defense session, chef-prepared meals, and on-site single or shared accommodations.

A free July 4th 5K and 3K run/walk at Lakewood Nature Preserve in Greenville, SC. Entry requires Upstate Running Club membership or a $10 donation; camping is available for $25 and the event includes a potluck social and fireworks.

A repeating 5K trail loop in Enoree, SC where the same lap begins every 50 minutes for ten chances. Participants may run any number of laps and there are no eliminations.

Preview run of the new Millstone 25K course at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill on July 11, 2026. The event is untimed and free to register, with maps provided and participants asked to share watch results.

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 on Isle of Palms offering 5K and 10K runs, a 5K walk, and youth fun runs on a firm packed beach. The event includes timed results, awards, and online posted results.

A 7K trail race at Paris Mountain State Park in Greenville SC with a moderate course that follows Lake Placid Trail, Mountain Creek Trail and park roads, finishing at Shelter 3. Registration opens December 21 2025.

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.

Trail race at Johns Island County Park offering 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon on a 3.3 mile loop. On-site aid, camping, packet pickup, and finisher medals are part of the event.

A 12 hour night trail event at Kings Mountain State Park with a 4.5 mile loop through marked trails, lakeshore views, and a central aid station offering hydration each circuit.

Experience a 13.1 mile trail race through the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area featuring 2,000 feet of elevation gain and views of Rainbow Falls. This cup-less event explores the rugged single-track paths of Jones Gap State Park.