Trail Running calendar near Spartanburg 2025-2026

Run the New South Trail Marathon at the scenic Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC. Choose a half or full distance and tackle marked natural surface trails with aid stations and race day support for a rewarding trail running experience.

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.

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.

Experience a 200 mile team relay through Pisgah National Forest starting near Brevard, North Carolina. Choose 6, 9, or 12 person teams for a festive overnight adventure with live music, finisher swag, and scenic mountain trails.

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..

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.

Hellbender 100 is a rugged 100 mile trail race through the Black Mountains up to Mt Mitchell, with 48,000+ ft of elevation gain and pacers allowed. Finishers earn a buckle and race proceeds support local nonprofits.

Quest for the Crest is a two day point to point mountain race in Burnsville NC with 50K, 25K and 11K courses that climb to the summit of Mt Mitchell. Expect very steep, technical trails, epic views and finishers rewards including swag and m..

Run scenic technical trails and lakeside views at Devil Makes Three 50K and 10 Miler in Waxhaw NC on May 16, 2026. Choose the three lap 50K or single lap 10 Miler, bring your own cup or hydration pack for this cupless race.

Join the Cancer Active Trail Race in Black Mountain NC for an uplifting 5k or virtual 5k on scenic trails, with proceeds helping patients access fitness resources. Enjoy community support, volunteer aid and a race t shirt for timely registr..

Run on private Monroe farmland: a 4.167 mile Back Yard Ultra loop each hour until one runner remains, or a single 4.167 mile Celebrity Fun Run for walkers and joggers. Expect intermediate trails, self supported laps, village camping and mus..

Run an 8 mile four loop trail at Lakewood Nature Preserve through rolling hills and wildlife, then join a BYOB Beerlay party with yard games. Drinking is 21 plus; proceeds benefit the Upstate Running Club Youth Team.

Ridge to Rails in Old Fort, NC offers 50k, half marathon and 10k on a mix of new and classic trails around Camp Grier and the Old Fort Gateway Trailhead. Enjoy scenic ridgelines, technical singletrack and a net downhill half that finishes a..

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell NC on June 13, 2026 offers a tough 50K and a fun 5K on rugged 10 mile loops with big climbs and well stocked aid stations. Finishers receive unique handcrafted medals from BlueGill Pottery.

Buck Creek Streak is a clothing optional trail run and walk through woods and meadows at Carolina Foothills Resort. Choose a 5K or the Mike Ward Challenge 7.3K with a special finisher medal, chip timing, and resort postrace vibes.

Run The Longest Day at Lakewood Nature Preserve to support the Upstate Running Club youth team. Choose distances from half marathon to 100k on rolling grass and forest laps, with weekend camping and a lively aid station vibe.

Join Hollis Hills Farm Revival in Ellenboro NC on June 27 for 5K, 25K or 50K loops around the farm and hunter's cabin. All entry fees support farm development and finishers receive unique handmade pottery medals.

Push your limits at the Carolina Reaper Challenge on July 18, 2026 at Riverwest Preserve in Greenville, SC. Run 50k, half marathon, 5 mile or team relay on a scenic 2.6 mile loop while supporting the Upstate Running Club Youth Team.

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.