Trail Running calendar near Spartanburg 2026-2027

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.

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.

A night 5K at Northwestern High School on July 18 that raises funds for the Northwestern Cross Country Team, featuring glow sticks, Christmas lights, costume encouragement, chip timing, and age group awards.

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.

Six midweek trail races at Anne Springs Close Greenway from May to August offering three to five mile courses on single track and gravel. Full-series registrants receive commemorative swag and a points based awards system with raffles and p..

A one mile obstacle mud run with 16 obstacles, giant sprinklers and a lazy river at the Bennick Compound in Morganton, NC. The event focuses on mud and water course features within a short, obstacle centered layout.

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.

Twilight Trail 5K in Kanuga near Hendersonville North Carolina on August 8 2026 is a single loop trail run through shaded forest with chip timing, finisher medals and a virtual option, paired with the Kanuga Weekend Challenge.

A 3.1 mile urban obstacle run in Lexington, SC with CrossFit style exercises, two team categories for competing or completing, and a $35 registration fee supporting the Sheriff's Foundation.

A looped trail event at Rocky Branch Park in Belmont, NC offering 50K, 25K and 5K options. Laps are 3.24 miles with about 293 feet of climb each, marked on singletrack with staffed aid stations and a handmade pottery finisher medal.

Experience a unique trail race through the rolling hills and meadows of the Tryon International Equestrian Center. Choose between several distances on a scenic loop course featuring a mix of dirt paths and single track trails.

Experience a technical mountain race at Grandfather Mountain featuring fixed ropes and ladders. This 14 mile course climbs the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Range twice for a true Appalachian trail adventure.

Timed 3, 6, and 12 hour events on an 8.34 mile out and back paved loop in Forest City, NC, with aid stations, mileage counting points, awards, and a 50 mile buckle for 50 mile finishers.

A 12 hour trail run at Kings Mountain State Park near Clover, SC, using a repeated 4.5 mile loop on marked trails. The course offers on-loop aid and drop bag access and highlights lakes, historic farm areas, and park trail sections.

Experience a 13.1 mile trail race through the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area featuring 2,000 feet of elevation gain and views of Rainbow Falls. This cup-less event explores the rugged single-track paths of Jones Gap State Park.

A sixth annual trail run at Shining Hope Farms in Conover offering 5k and 10k chip timed courses on a 120 acre farm. Proceeds support scholarships for the Saddles & Salutes program.

The inaugural Ecusta Trail Races in Hendersonville, North Carolina mark a community celebration of the new 19 mile Ecusta Trail, featuring short and mid distance races; final details are pending government approval.

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.