Trail Running calendar near Florence 2026-2027

Take on the Harbison 50k or 25k trail races at scenic Harbison State Park in Columbia on January 17, 2026. The 25k is sold out and only a few 50k spots remain, so grab your bib for rugged singletrack and forest views.

Run the pine needle singletrack at Sesquicentennial State Park Feb 21 to 22, 2026 for the Sandhills Trail & Ultra Festival, with looped 7.5 mile, 25K, 50K and 30 hour ultra options. Expect rolling sandy ridges, lakeside views and festival v..

Challenge yourself at the Ellerbe Marathon or Half on a scenic certified countryside loop that starts and finishes in downtown Ellerbe. Finishers get custom medals and pottery wine cups amid the race's longtime hometown charm.

Swamp Fox Ultra in McClellanville SC features trail races from 10K to 100 miles through the shaded Francis Marion National Forest. Mostly flat and shaded, out and back courses offer singletrack, fire roads and boardwalks for a scenic run.

Run for a cause in the Miles 4 Moore Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K in Southern Pines. Enjoy scenic Reservoir Park trails, on course aid, finisher medals, and support fitness programs for local families and students.

Choose 25K or 50K on sandy, rooty trails beneath longleaf pines at Weymouth Woods in Southern Pines NC. Enjoy a chip timed race, tech shirt and finisher medal while supporting Friends of Weymouth Woods.

Join I Run for the Gospel in Monroe on April 8, 2026 for a joyful run celebrating faith, community, and healthy living. Proceeds support outreach and programs that expand worship, service, and culinary education for those in need.

Join the 10th annual Rise & Run 5K in Southern Pines for a scenic trail run with a 1 mile kids race, live music, and food trucks. Proceeds support Friend to Friend, empowering survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.

Tackle scenic trails at Harbison State Forest in Columbia on April 25 2026 with the Dirty Harry 5K and 12K presented by Fleet Feet Columbia. Choose a brisk 5K or test your grit with the 12K for a fun day of trail running.

Take on the sand in Myrtle Beach at the Pier to Pier Beach Run on April 25, 2026 with a scenic 5K from Springmaid Pier and an untimed 1 mile fun run for all ages. Soak up ocean views, grab a T shirt and enjoy post race refreshments.

Enjoy a scenic, technical trail loop in Waxhaw NC on May 16 with a 50K (three laps) or 10 Miler (one lap). Expect woods, prairie and lake views, limited aid, cupless course so bring your hydration; medals for finishers.

Run May Madness 50K in Hoffman NC by completing ten consecutive 5K loops in a single day on natural trail surfaces. Finish every loop to earn your 50K, with free camping and limited spots so register early for a shirt and pottery awards.

Push your limits at the Momentus BackYard Ultra on May 30 at Williams Rushing Farm in Monroe NC, where runners tackle a 4.167 mile loop each hour or choose a single loop fun run. Rustic trails, music, camping, and a lively village.

Hell Hole Hundred is a scenic ultramarathon in Francis Marion National Forest in South Carolina, with distances from 10K to 100 miles. Expect hot June conditions, primitive camping, aid stations and a custom 100 mile buckle for finishers.

Celebrate the summer solstice in 80s style at Moe Moon's Awesome 80s Beach Run in Myrtle Beach. Sandy, untimed out and back with costumes, swag, and post race food.

Hit the trails at the Koala Bottle Harbison Half Marathon and 5K in Harbison State Forest, Columbia on July 12, 2026. This environmentally sustainable trail event offers a race tee and finisher medal amid scenic forest singletrack.

Run the scenic trails at Carvers Creek State Park on October 17, 2026 for the Deerfly Trail Race, offering 11K and 6K distances. Bring your dog for dedicated dog divisions and enjoy Heckler Brewing's support while backing the Fayetteville R..

Run the inaugural Tico's Gravel Grinder 10K on the rolling gravel trails of Harbison State Forest in Columbia, SC. Enjoy scenic trail miles while supporting Palmetto Wildlife Rescue and celebrating Tico the raccoon’s 10th birthday.

Run scenic singletrack through pine and hardwood forests with creek crossings and rolling terrain at Harbison State Forest. This cupless trail half features three aid stations, a finisher medal, and a post race meal and celebration.

Challenge yourself on the scenic Derby 50k in Ellerbe NC on November 28, 2026, three rolling loops over asphalt and dirt totaling about 31.5 miles. Enjoy postrace pasta, community vibes, and a custom finisher medal.