Trail Running calendar near Anderson 2026-2027

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.

June 27, 2026 trail event in Ellenboro, NC offering 5K, 25K and 50K on a 3 mile farm loop with an out-and-back fire road. Aid station supplies and unique handmade pottery medals; proceeds support farm development.

Trail races through the 1,440 acre Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve with 7 mile and 3 mile options, a kids fun run for ages 4 to 13, creek crossings, a 140 foot suspension bridge, and preview group runs before the event.

Freedom Trail 5K is a 3.2 miles run held within the trails of Thomas Preserve Park in Watkinsville on July 3, 2026. It is part of Oconee County's America 250 celebration that includes vendors, a kid's zone, live music, and a drone show.

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.

Timed 48 hour, 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour events on a USATF certified one mile paved loop at Camp Frank D Merrill in Dahlonega, GA. One aid station supplies food and ice and campsite access opens the Thursday before the event.

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.

Asheville Spartan Event Weekend at Tryon International Equestrian Center on August 1 and 2, 2026 features Sprint and Super obstacle races plus kids events and an obstacle workshop on July 31. Courses use horse trails, red clay hills and cre..

A multi-part event at the Athens YMCA on August 1, 2026 featuring a cross country 5K through the woods, a one-lap track Fun Run, and a Phantom Runner shirt option with on-site pickup.

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.

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.

An evening trail race at Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, NC, the Twilight Trail 5K features a 5K course on mixed surfaces with gentle climbs and offers onsite and virtual options. A Weekend Challenge links it to the Kanuga Triat..

A community 5K and one mile run at Cherokee Bluff High School supporting Cherokee Bluff and Flowery Branch cross country programs. Proceeds benefit the teams and the course follows the school cross country loop.

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 ultraraces at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA offering 100 mile, 40 mile and 40 km options on Duncan Ridge with substantial elevation gain, multiple support locations and volunteer credit toward future entries.

A trail race day at Tryon International Equestrian Center offering marathon, half and 10K distances on a 6.5-mile loop through packed paths, single-track and meadows, with one cup-less aid station and on-site camping.

A trail event at Vogel State Park on August 22, 2026 featuring a 50 Miler and Marathon. H9 trail club membership is required and fees cover awards, a t shirt, site rental, and food.

Timed 3 hour, 6 hour and 12 hour events on a flat paved 8.34 mile out and back on the Thermal Belt Rail Trail in Forest City NC. Aid stations and awards include a 50 mile belt buckle for 12 hour finishers.

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.