Trail Running calendar near Pacolet 2026-2027

At Tryon International Equestrian Center, the Asheville Spartan Event Weekend stages trail obstacle races across red clay hills, creek beds, and horse trails. Races include Sprint, Super, a kids race, plus an obstacle workshop and spectator..

A 7K trail race at Paris Mountain held alongside the USATF South Carolina Open and Masters Cross-Country Championships, with a commemorative patch for finishers, age group and overall prizes, and USATFSC awards for eligible members.

Six-race trail series at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill from May to August with 3 to 5 mile courses, door prizes, finishing awards, and points-based series scoring.

A family mud and obstacle event in Morganton NC with a one mile course, 16 obstacles, giant sprinklers, inflatables and a lazy river. Registration includes a shirt and medal, photos are free and parking is $10 per car.

Experience trail running near the Blue Ridge Mountains with 15K and 5K races at Table Rock State Park. Navigate creek crossings and climbs toward Pinnacle Mountain to earn finisher awards and enjoy mountain views.

An evening trail 5K at Kanuga Conference Center with in-person and virtual options, family pricing for kids 12 and under, and a weekend challenge with the Kanuga Triathlon.

The Thirteenth annual JailBreak Escape Urban Challenge Run is a 3.1 miles obstacle course in Lexington SC on August 8, 2026, supporting law enforcement with competitive and noncompetitive team options.

Community 5K at Easley High School with a kids mile for sixth grade and below, t-shirt guarantee for early registrants, and proceeds supporting the school cross country and track program.

Feed Charlotte 5K at McAlpine Creek Park raises funds for local food banks through a community organized 5K on August 8, 2026.

Old Fort Fifty takes place in Old Fort, North Carolina on August 8, 2026, with an event schedule and course maps available. Results may be posted automatically to Twitter when participants connect their accounts.

An eight hour trail endurance event at Daniel Stowe Conservancy where participants run or walk as many 5K loops as they choose, with tiered registration and fundraising for the conservancy.

Trail loop event at Rocky Branch Park in Belmont NC offering 50K, 25K and 5K laps, marked trails, staffed aid stations and unique handmade pottery finisher medals.

A trail race day at Tryon International Equestrian Center offering marathon, half and 10K distances on a 6.5-mile loop through packed paths, single-track and meadows, with one cup-less aid station and on-site camping.

An informal 6 hour trail race in Enoree, SC on August 29, 2026, organized by G.O.A.T. Trail Running; course and support details are not disclosed.

A 12 hour trail run at Kings Mountain State Park in Clover SC featuring a 4.5 mile loop, lap-based racing, on-course aid and drop bag access, and views of Lake Crawford.

A 13.1 miles trail race near Jones Gap State Park in Marietta SC, featuring 2,000 feet of elevation gain, single track trails, and views of Rainbow Falls. Two aid stations supply water and snacks and the event is cupless.

Chip-timed 5k and 10k trail races on a 120-acre Conover farm on September 12, 2026, honoring veterans and supporting the Saddles and Salutes program.

A family-focused 5K and 1 Mile on the Ecusta Trail in Hendersonville with shirts, medals, chip timing and virtual options.

Experience a scenic 10 mile run or hike around the shores of Lake Summit on packed gravel roads. Enjoy mountain views and a pancake breakfast at the finish line in the heart of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

XC Experience is a two lap 5k on the R S Central High School cross country course in Rutherfordton NC. The route uses packed dirt, grass and some pavement and finishes on the stadium track with multiple spectator viewing points.