Trail Running calendar near Parker 2025-2026

The Legacy on Jan 17, 2026 at George Poston Park in Gastonia offers 1 mile to 50K scenic trail and loop races in memory of the organizer's father, raising funds for brain health research. Handmade pottery medals.

Scenic 5K trail along the Broad River with river valley views, followed by an optional group Polar Plunge in the Broad River. Proceeds support the Broad River Watershed Association water quality monitoring program.

Push your limits on Yonah Mountain with steep, technical out and back repeats and huge vertical over a packed winter weekend. Choose from 25K, 50K or 75K options or a two person tag team relay and celebrate at a nearby brewpub.

Run the Land and Lakes Relay, a scenic team race from Warren Wilson to Fonta Flora Brewery near Lake James. Teams of 4 or 6 run legs from 2.7 to 8.7 miles through scenic lakeside country, finishing at the brewery with a post race party.

Run the scenic Catawba Falls 15k in Old Fort NC on Feb 28, 2026, a rugged trail that follows the river and climbs to waterfalls and mountain viewpoints. Proceeds support local trail conservation and finishers enjoy local post race food.

Join the 5th annual Union Mills Wilderness 5K and 10K on Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 in Union Mills, NC for timed races on scenic riverside and mountain routes. Proceeds support the Union Mills Learning Center.

Conquer the Rock features 25k and 50k trail courses at Table Rock State Park, including climbs of Table Rock and Pinnacle for a scenic, challenging day. Proceeds benefit the Upstate Running Club youth team and racers should bring their own..

Join the BigFoot Tech Trek 5K on March 7, 2026 in Marion NC for a friendly campus run on McDowell Technical Community College's Tech Trail. Loop a pond and soak up Blue Ridge Mountain views on a course welcoming all paces.

Run, walk, bike or swim for a cause at the Clemson 8 Challenge in person on March 7 or virtually March 7 to 14. Family friendly distances from an 800 m kids fun run to 8, 14.2 and 26.2 mile options help raise funds for military affiliated s..

Run 10 mile loops of scenic single track and rolling hills at Croft State Park. Choose 10 mile, 50K, 50 mile or 100 mile distances with stocked aid stations and on site camping for a welcoming ultrarunning weekend.

Tackle the Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker in Old Fort NC, with epic 50 Miler and 55K options across rugged singletrack, steep climbs, and scenic ridgelines. Expect technical terrain, big elevation gain, and unforgettable mountain views.

Assault on BlackRock in Sylva NC on March 21 is a rugged 7 mile trail to the BlackRock summit with steep single track and epic views. Tackle massive elevation, chase buckle and cash prizes, and support outdoor murals downtown.

Celebrate spring with the True to the Brew Trail 10K in Pomaria, SC. Run or hike a mostly flat railroad bed on the Palmetto Trail, enjoy live music and a free beer, grab a bottle opener medal and support conservation.

Run scenic single track with lake views at Lake James Races, featuring a 7 mile and a 5k from Fonta Flora Brewery. Chip timed in person and virtual options with a wooden finisher medal, commemorative shirt and a beer for 21 plus runners.

Seven Sisters 25k in Montreat NC is a rugged mountain trail race on mostly singletrack, winding over ridges and scenic overlooks. Expect steep climbs, technical terrain and a true backcountry challenge for experienced trail runners.

Scenic trail races in Helen, Georgia with marathon, half and 4 mile options starting beside the Chattahoochee River. This nonprofit supports Unicoi State Park and local ROTC and features aid stations and time cutoffs.

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.

Join the Knock On Wood Trail Run and Hike at Pleasant Ridge County Park on April 25, 2026 for scenic shaded trails with a half marathon or 10K option. Enjoy live timing, music, giveaways and a festive post race party while supporting youth..

Take on the Brasstown Bald Buster 5K, a 3.1 mile road climb to the summit with 1700 feet of ascent and breathtaking mountain views. Optional ruck division, awards, and a finisher shirt and medal make this a bold summit challenge.

Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk on May 3, 2026 invites runners and walkers to enjoy scenic soft trail loops around Piedmont with finisher medals, pro photos and post race pancakes. Proceeds benefit the Upstate Running Club youth team.