Trail Running calendar near Anderson 2025-2026

Run through sunset to sunrise at Lakewood Nature Preserve on a looped course with options from 10K to 50 miles. Proceeds benefit the Upstate Running Club youth team and the barn hub keeps runners comfy for the overnight experience.

Fierce Dragon is a multi day trail event at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA featuring ultramarathon distances from 40K to an epic 200 mile challenge. Register by Jan 8 to tackle classic Duncan Ridge terrain with aid supported courses.

Take on the Dirty Spokes Farm to Trail at Heritage Park Watkinsville on Feb 7 2026, with 6 and 2.8 mile courses winding through woods, rolling hills and a creek crossing. Expect friendly race day vibes, shirts and awards.

Celebrate the 19th Fort Yargo Thrill In The Hills on Feb 14, 2026 with scenic technical trail races at Fort Yargo State Park. Choose 5 miles, a half marathon or a 50K solo or relay and tackle rolling single track in a festive atmosphere.

Join the Wildcat Ramble 5K and Fun Run on Feb 14, 2026 in Athens, GA to support Oglethorpe Elementary PTO. Enjoy a scenic 5K that weaves school and YMCA trails or a kid friendly fun run, plus shirts, timing, and awards.

Join the Run for the River 5K on Feb 21, 2026 at Camp Kiwanis and take an optional river polar plunge for a chilly finish. Scenic trails along the Broad River with proceeds supporting local water quality monitoring.

Push your limits on Yonah Mountain with steep, technical out and back repeats and huge vertical over a packed winter weekend. Choose from 25K, 50K or 75K options or a two person tag team relay and celebrate at a nearby brewpub.

Run the Land and Lakes Relay, a scenic multi leg team relay from Warren Wilson College to Fonta Flora Brewery by Lake James. Four or six person teams run varied legs, receive swag and splits, and enjoy a post race party with a beer for 21 p..

Join the 5th annual Union Mills Wilderness 5K and 10K on Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 in Union Mills, NC for timed races on scenic riverside and mountain routes. Proceeds support the Union Mills Learning Center.

Conquer the Rock features 25k and 50k trail courses at Table Rock State Park, including climbs of Table Rock and Pinnacle for a scenic, challenging day. Proceeds benefit the Upstate Running Club youth team and racers should bring their own..

Run or walk among ancient trees at the Trillium Trek in Gainesville, GA on March 7, 2026. Choose from a half marathon, 10K or 5K through Georgia's only national dedicated old growth forest for a scenic, nature filled race day.

Run scenic trails at Lake Chapman Trail Races in Athens GA on March 15, 2026, with a 5K or 15K loop around Sandy Creek Park. Expect technical singletrack, medals for all finishers, and a popular event that sold out early last year.

Run 10 mile loops of scenic single track and rolling hills at Croft State Park. Choose 10 mile, 50K, 50 mile or 100 mile distances with stocked aid stations and on site camping for a welcoming ultrarunning weekend.

Assault on BlackRock in Sylva NC on March 21 is a rugged 7 mile trail to the BlackRock summit with steep single track and epic views. Tackle massive elevation, chase buckle and cash prizes, and support outdoor murals downtown.

Georgia Death Race is a brutal 74 mile trail in North Georgia with 16,000 feet of climb and descent. Carry a railroad spike and finish under 24 hours to earn a Western States qualifier and an engraved spike.

Celebrate spring with the True to the Brew Trail 10K in Pomaria, SC. Run or hike a mostly flat railroad bed on the Palmetto Trail, enjoy live music and a free beer, grab a bottle opener medal and support conservation.

Join the Trailblazer 5K at Dudley Park on March 28 to run the scenic Firefly Trail and support children's programming at Heard Park Community Center. Choose a youth fun run or virtual 5K on a Peachtree qualifying course with race day awards..

Tackle scenic single track trails at Fort Yargo State Park with 25K and 50K loop options on April 4, 2026. Enjoy fully stocked aid stations, timing, a finish medal and a post race meal by the lake.

Seven Sisters 25k in Montreat NC is a rugged mountain trail race on mostly singletrack, winding over ridges and scenic overlooks. Expect steep climbs, technical terrain and a true backcountry challenge for experienced trail runners.

Scenic trail races in Helen, Georgia with marathon, half and 4 mile options starting beside the Chattahoochee River. This nonprofit supports Unicoi State Park and local ROTC and features aid stations and time cutoffs.