Trail Running calendar near Laurens 2026-2027

Take on scenic trails at Stable View in Aiken, SC on April 18, 2026 with a half marathon, 15K, 5K and kids fun run. Enjoy forested rolling hills, finisher medals, post race food and on site lodging for a full trail running day.

Roll the dice at The Gamble and run whatever fate chooses on a 1.67 mile figure 8 loop of trails, gravel, hills and stairs around Hendersonville. Bring your own gear and hydration for a playful, rain or shine challenge.

Join the Smoky Mountain Relay on April 24, 2026 for a thrilling team relay through over 200 miles of Pisgah National Forest terrain. Teams of 6, 9 or 12 share 36 legs and enjoy pro timing, a finish party, food and live music.

Run or hike the Knock On Wood at Camp Spearhead for scenic shaded loops and a lively post race party. Choose 13.1 miles or 10 km and help support the Upstate Running Club Youth Team and a camp for people with disabilities.

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.

Join the Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk on May 3 for a scenic trail run around Piedmont Lake supporting the Upstate Running Club Youth Team. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal, free race photos, post race pancakes and a lively post race hangout..

The Hellbender 100 is a rugged 100 mile trail ultramarathon in North Carolina's Black Mountains, topping Mt Mitchell with enormous climbing and wild mountain scenery. It serves as a Hardrock and Western States qualifier.

MammothMarch returns to Kings Mountain State Park on May 9, 2026 for long distance hikes through the Blue Ridge foothills. Pick 20 or 30 mile routes that pass historic Revolutionary War sites and scenic lakes for a memorable outdoor challen..

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.

Hit the trails in downtown Black Mountain for the Cancer Active Trail Race 5K or run virtually from anywhere. Enjoy a scenic course, a race shirt for early registrants, and lively local support along the route.

Join the Cottonmouth 8 mile and Beerlay at Lakewood Nature Preserve in Greenville for a four lap trail run supporting the Upstate Running Club Youth Team. Bring beers for the communal pool and enjoy a lively, social race atmosphere.

Ridge to Rails in Old Fort, NC features 50k, half marathon and 10k trail races through Mill Creek Valley and the Old Fort Gateway trails. Varied terrain, scenic viewpoints and real mountain mileage make this a rewarding challenge.

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell, NC on June 13, 2026 offers a scenic, challenging trail with 50K and 5K distances. Finishers earn unique handmade pottery medals and aid stations keep you fueled along the way.

Join the Buck Creek Streak, a clothing optional trail run and walk through woods and meadows at Carolina Foothills Resort on June 13, 2026. Choose the 5K or tackle the 7.3K for a special finisher medal, chip timing, and race awards.

Challenge yourself at The Longest Day, an elimination style loop trail race at Lakewood Nature Preserve in Greenville on June 13, 2026. Multiple distances, rolling forest loops and a lively post race scene make for an unforgettable day on t..

Run the Hollis Hills Farm Revival in Ellenboro NC with 5K, 25K, and 50K looped courses around the farm and hunter's cabin. All fees support farm development and finishers earn unique handmade pottery medals; camping is available.

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 Carolina Reaper Challenge on July 18, 2026 at Riverwest Preserve in Greenville to support the Upstate Running Club youth team. Choose from multiple distances and a team relay, enjoy medals, swag and live chip timing.

Rudolph's Revenge is a Christmas in July night 5K in Rock Hill benefiting the Northwestern High cross country team. Run a glow lit grass and track loop in costume, with chip timing, music, snacks and awards.

Tackle scenic single track trails at Table Rock State Park with a fun 5k or a challenging 15k that climbs to Pinnacle Mountain and drops through overlooks and creek crossings. Enjoy postrace food, drinks and finisher awards.