Trail Running calendar near Pickens 2026-2027

An 8K run and walk on 05/03/2026 at Lakeside Park in Piedmont, SC, on a roughly five mile loop of soft natural trails with single track sections. Overall and age group awards are presented to top finishers.

A 100 mile trail race in Old Fort, North Carolina on May 8, 2026, routed through the Black Mountains and Mt. Mitchell with about 48,000+ feet of elevation change. The event includes strict mandatory gear, aid stations, a 39 hour cutoff, and..

Mountain trail races in Burnsville, NC offering 50K and 25K courses with significant climbing and revised routes after Hurricane Helene. The event includes mandatory shuttle service, race swag, free photos, and a strict warning that it is n..

A community 3 to 4 mile hike at Rainbow Mountain Trail in Montreat, NC, presented by Cancer Active. The route features steady to steep climbs and supports patient focused projects run by the Cancer Active nonprofit.

Experience an adventurous trail race in the heart of Paris Mountain State Park. Run the 12K course and take on the long climb to the top of the mountain for a unique running experience in Greenville.

A competitive 1 mile Memorial Day race in Greenville at The Kroc Center that honors fallen service members and first responders. The third annual Honor Tower Mile welcomes participants of all paces.

High Noon Showdown in Laurens SC is a timed trail event offering 3 hour 6 hour 12 hour and 24 hour options plus a 6 hour ruck. The roughly 5 mile loop course supports Project Hope Foundation.

A grassroots trail half marathon in Sky Valley, Georgia on May 31, 2026, offering clock timing only with no shirts, swag, or awards. Day of registration is cash only and volunteers receive a complimentary entry to the next June race.

An 8 mile trail event at Lakewood Nature Preserve combining four 2 mile laps into solo or relay formats with a BYOB beer challenge before each lap. Post-race activities include giveaways, a hot dog bar and Beer Olympics.

Trail races in Old Fort NC featuring a 50k loop, a net downhill half marathon, and a 10k on new and classic singletrack with aid stations, shuttle for the half, and parking at Camp Grier.

Experience a unique clothing optional trail race through the scenic woods and meadows of the Carolina Foothills Resort. Choose between a 5k or a 7.3k chip timed run followed by a resort lunch and day pass access.

Test your endurance at The Preserve at Lakewood in a unique elimination race. Complete two mile laps on rolling grass trails as the time limit grows shorter with every loop from sunrise to sunset.

Experience a 6 mile out and back trail race along a scenic logging road in Rocky Fork State Park. Run alongside the creek to support park improvements as part of the State of Franklin Track Club Trail Series.

A trail event in Ellenboro, NC with 5K, 25K and 50K options run on a five mile loop. Proceeds support farm development; camping and a Friday bonfire are part of the weekend.

Trail races of 7 miles and 3 miles wind through Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve, featuring rhododendron groves, creeks, and a 140 foot suspension bridge. A short kids trail run is offered for ages 4 to 13.

Merrill's Mile is a timed loop event at Camp Frank D Merrill in Dahlonega, GA offering 48 hour, 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour races on a USATF certified one-mile paved loop with a staffed aid station and on-site camping.

Slow and Tired's Bad Idea in Enoree, SC is a 5K trail loop repeated every 50 minutes for ten chances. Runners may do any number of laps, skip laps, and return; the format has no eliminations or podium focus.

Multiple distances including a 50k, half marathon, 5 mile and 50k relay run on a paved 2.6 mile loop at Riverwest Nature Preserve in Greenville, SC. Aid station supplies snacks and drinks but the event is cupless.

Experience a relaxed weekend of mountain running and community at the Nantahala National Forest. This adult trail camp features group runs and forest adventures for all activity levels in a social campground setting.

Obstacle course weekend at Tryon International Equestrian Center on Aug 01 and 02, 2026 featuring Sprint, Super and Kids races plus workshops and spectator options on trails, clay climbs and creek beds.