Trail Running calendar near Charleston 2026-2027

We have found 10 Trailruns within 80 miles of Charleston. See below where and when you can find the races.

Trail out and back races through the Francis Marion National Forest from McClellanville, SC, offering distances from 10k to about 100 miles with staffed aid stations, cupless hydration, drop bag service, and camping at the start area.

Run ten 5K loops on the scenic Laurel Hill Trail in Mount Pleasant at Peyton's Wild and Wacky 10x5K, with options for solo, two person or five person relays and a single 5K. Enjoy event swag, finish medals, food and support local charities.

April 2026

Run a scenic 5K on Kiawah River trails starting and finishing at The Goatery among baby goats, then enjoy biscuits, coffee and a local farmers market. Eco friendly event with finishers receiving a farm fresh plant instead of medals.

May 2026

A 6th annual 5k at Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens benefiting Southern Paws Animal Rescue, a 501(c)(3) caring for abused and neglected animals. Registration can be paid or reduced by bringing a bag of animal food.

A long distance run and ride in May 2026 covering 277.2 miles from Tybee Island to Columbus, Georgia, with individual and team options. The event raises funds for MercyMed of Columbus and House of Heroes National.

June 2026

Looped trail races on the Jericho Horse Trail in Francis Marion National Forest offering distances from 10k to 100 miles. The course is flat, can be hot in June, and features three aid stations, primitive camping, and night running rules.

September 2026

Trail running event on Johns Island with a 3.3 mile loop course offering Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K distances, a stocked aid station, on site camping, and a seven hour cutoff.

December 2026

Experience Palmetto Bluff's scenic Lowcountry trails at the Buffalo Run, with options from a 10K to a 50K and team relays. Race through maritime forest single track, earn finisher medals and celebrate at the after party with live music.

The Charleston Itty Bitty 50 will take place in Charleston on Sunday 20 December 2026. You can run 50 miles.

January 2027

The Frozen: H3 will take place in Cordesville from Friday 8 January 2027 to Sunday 10 January 2027. You can run between 10 and 100 miles.