Trail Running calendar near Clover 2026-2027

A trail running event at Rocky Branch Park with on-site and virtual 5K and 10K options; timing uses bib chips, participants receive a branded T-shirt and sticker, and proceeds support the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

The Last Wolf in Kings Mountain NC runs repeated 3.1 mile loops with time limits that cycle through 40, 45, 50, 55 and 60 minutes. Runners are eliminated for missing cutoffs and the final winner must complete a solo loop within the limit.

Experience a scenic 13.1 mile trail loop through Paris Mountain State Park featuring 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Run past tranquil lakes and waterfalls while enjoying panoramic summit views and vibrant fall foliage.

This trail event features a certified 5K run and a 2K walk across a 50-acre horse ranch in Gastonia, NC. A short Half-Pint run for kids 7 and under is also on the schedule. It's planned as a rain or shine event, with registration available..

The Zombie Run 5K in Morganton adds a thrilling twist to a standard race. Participants must navigate the course while keeping their flags away from roaming Zombies. A separate Family Fun Run and a festive after party with food and drinks co..

Trail ultramarathon in Uwharrie National Forest near Troy, NC on a 20.5 mile figure 8 loop; 100M is five loops, 100K is three. Field limited to 150 runners with a 36 hour cutoff and a 50-mile qualifying requirement for the 100M.

A 100 mile looped trail event in Hickory, NC on October 17 to 18, 2026 for solo runners and teams of 2 to 10, featuring about 70 percent trails, significant elevation, stocked aid stations, night running rules, and pacer and crew provisions..

A costume-friendly community run in Hendersonville with a 5K and 1-mile route through the Historic 7th Avenue District and Oklawaha Greenway, finisher medals for 5K runners, event shirts, a costume contest, and a post-race Fall Festival.

Test your endurance on the historic grounds of a former WWII training facility in South Carolina. Choose between 50k, 25k, or 8 mile technical trail courses at the rugged Croft State Park.

Trail races on and around Lake James with a 50K, relays, and a half marathon, starting and finishing at Fonta Flora Brewery's Whippoorwill Farm. Portions of proceeds support local trail development.

A Halloween themed run at Enoree River Vineyards offering a chip timed 5K and a 1.5 mile option, with a shirt, wine glass, a medal that doubles as a wine stopper, and a pour of wine included.

This event features a 5k lap on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, starting a new lap every hour. After each lap, enjoy games, raffles, vendors, and football. Proceeds support the OVC Kenya program for children.

A multi-distance trail event at Kings Mountain State Park featuring a ten mile loop with about 650 feet elevation gain per loop, stocked aid stations, time limits for each distance, and awards including a custom buckle for 100 Mile finisher..

Experience an autumn trail tradition at the Anne Springs Close Greenway. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K Dog Jog where the whole family and their furry companions can race together.

Run for a cause at the UCSO Deputy Dash 5K Trail Run in Monroe. This event supports the UCSO Foundation and features a post-race expo with local vendors. Participants receive a finisher medal and race swag bag.

Experience an off road 5K cross country run in the Vein Mountain area of North Carolina. All finishers receive a medal and the first thirty participants to register receive an event t-shirt.

Experience a weekend of diverse obstacle course races at The Johnson Farm in Newberry. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to 50K and navigate wooded trails, creek crossings, and signature red clay terrain.

A dusk to dawn trail challenge near Enoree South Carolina on a one mile off road farm loop. Participants run continuous laps overnight with headlamps and aid stations while the competitor with the most laps at sunrise wins.

Experience the autumn beauty of Harbison State Forest at the Broad River Half Marathon. Run or hike through scenic pine forests and over rolling hills before enjoying a traditional post race Southern meal with the trail community.

A 12 hour night trail event at the ASC Greenway in Fort Mill, SC. Runners complete laps of a 5K loop around Lake Haigler on the Saturday before Thanksgiving.