Trail Running Calendar South Carolina 2025-2026

Hit the trails at Harbison State Forest for the Dirty Harry 5K, a scenic run or walk in Columbia, SC on Saturday April 25, 2026. Presented by Fleet Feet Columbia, this community race is perfect for runners and walkers alike.

Run the sand at Myrtle Beach on April 25, 2026 with the Pier to Pier Beach Run, featuring a 5K and a 1 mile fun run under the Springmaid Pier. All finishers get a custom medal and event shirt for a seaside race day.

Join the Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk on May 3, 2026 in Piedmont, SC for a scenic loop on natural trails and single track sections. All proceeds support the Upstate Running Club Youth Team and finishers enjoy medals, photos and pancakes.

Run the Southern Paws Animal Rescue 5k at Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant to support abused and neglected animals. Pay entry or bring a bag of pet food to get $10 off and make a difference.

Tackle the Hell Hole Hundred in early June on flat dirt and single track through the swampy Jericho Horse Trail near Bethera SC. Options from 10k to 100 miles, primitive camping and stocked aid stations make for a classic southern ultra.

Cottonmouth 8 Mile at Lakewood Nature Preserve on June 6, four laps of a 2 mile grassy loop with BYOB beer sips between laps and chip timing. Finishers get medals, food and Beer Olympics while supporting the Upstate Running Club youth team.

Enjoy a clothing optional 5K trail run through woods, trails, and meadows at Carolina Foothills Resort in Chesnee, SC on June 13, 2026. Choose the extra 7.3K Mike Ward Challenge, then relax with resort amenities, food, and awards.

Run The Longest Day at Lakewood Nature Preserve, a scenic loop course offering races from a half marathon to 100 kilometers amid rolling hills and wildlife. Proceeds benefit the Upstate Running Club Youth Team.

Hit the trails at Harbison State Forest in Columbia for the Koala Bottle Harbison Half Marathon and 5K on July 12, 2026. This eco friendly race rewards every finisher with a shirt and medal and celebrates trail running for all paces.

Run the Carolina Reaper Challenge on July 18, 2026 at Riverwest Preserve in Greenville SC, featuring scenic paved loops and timed laps from 5 mile to 50k. Proceeds benefit Upstate Running Club youth and finishers get medals, music and snack..

Run scenic single track trails at Table Rock State Park in August 2026 with options of a challenging 15K climb to Pinnacle Mountain or a fun 5K loop along Carrick Creek. Enjoy rugged views, stream crossings and a festive finish with shirts..

Run the scenic Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon in Mountain Bridge Wilderness with climbs to Little Pinnacle, Rainbow Falls views and riverside single track. About 2,000 ft of climbing for a challenging, rewarding trail experience.

Take on scenic cross country trails at Johns Island County Park with distances from 5K to marathon, all run as looped laps. Enjoy a stocked aid station, on site camping and convenient packet pickup for a relaxed trail weekend.

Tackle a scenic 8k trail loop at Lake Conestee Nature Park, winding over soft single track and wooden boardwalks with river and wetland views. Finish with a medal, pancakes, music and free pro photos; dogs welcome.

Tackle a scenic 13.1 mile loop at Paris Mountain State Park with trails, climbs and waterfalls. Part of the Upstate Race Series, the race ends with a finisher medal and post race pancakes.

Tico's Gravel Grinder 10K runs October 24 at Harbison State Forest in Columbia, SC, over rolling gravel trails. Celebrate Tico's 10th birthday while supporting Palmetto Wildlife Rescue.