Trail Running Calendar South Carolina 2026-2027

Tackle the trails at Kings Mountain State Park on a challenging 10-mile loop course, with distances from 10 miles to 100 miles. All ultra finishers get awards, including a custom belt buckle for 100-mile runners. Cabin lodging is included f..

Experience an autumn trail tradition at the Anne Springs Close Greenway. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K Dog Jog where the whole family and their furry companions can race together.

Experience a trail run through the 650 acre Rocky Point Community Forest in Georgetown. This event features 10K and 5K courses plus a kids dash to support local veterans and outdoor conservation.

Experience a weekend of diverse obstacle course races at The Johnson Farm in Newberry. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to 50K and navigate wooded trails, creek crossings, and signature red clay terrain.

An overnight lap event in Enoree, SC on a 1-mile farm loop through woods, fields and pastures. Runners use headlamps, pass staffed aid stations, can camp on site, and receive photos, breakfast at sunrise and awards.

Experience the autumn beauty of Harbison State Forest at the Broad River Half Marathon. Run or hike through scenic pine forests and over rolling hills before enjoying a traditional post race Southern meal with the trail community.

A 12 hour night trail event at the ASC Greenway in Fort Mill, SC. Runners complete laps of a 5K loop around Lake Haigler on the Saturday before Thanksgiving.

A handicapped 8.67 mile race in Columbia, SC that staggers 22 start groups by age and gender to equalize the field, with about 800 feet of vertical, top eight overall awards, a raffle, and unisex race shirts.

The Sawmill Gauntlet is a relentless last-runner-standing race on a 2.5-mile loop. A new lap starts every 45 minutes, and you must finish each one to stay in the running division. A separate 12-hour ruck division challenges participants to..

Experience a self timed ultra marathon through the wooded trails of a former military training base. Participants complete 5 km loops over 24 hours while contributing to a community style aid station in Spartanburg.

Experience the South Carolina Lowcountry with an all trail run through the ancient forests of Palmetto Bluff. Choose from 10K, 30K, or 50K distances with individual and relay team options available.

Test your endurance under the stars at the Lakewood Nature Preserve. Choose your distance from 10k to 50 miles and complete 1.5 mile loops through the night on wide grassy trails.

Experience a 50-mile point-to-point journey across Charleston's Lowcountry. This self-supported run features open roads and an unmarked course, finishing with a lap on a track. It's held as a memorial event with a donation-based entry.

Tackle the frosty trails of the Francis Marion Forest at Frozen: H3. This ultrarunning weekend features distances from a 10k to a 100-miler on the flat, looped Jericho Horse Trail. With three stocked aid stations and a supportive atmosphere..

Battle of the Run Clubs is a team cross country challenge in Aiken. Join with a club, friends, or as a solo "Free Agent" to compete in 5k, 10k, or 10 mile races. Enjoy post race food, games, and a unique team scoring strategy.

Test your endurance at this backyard ultra in South Carolina. Run 4.167 mile laps every hour on the hour until only one participant remains at the Pleasant Ridge Camp and Retreat Center.

Experience a variety of trail distances from 7.5 miles to a 30 hour ultra at Sesquicentennial State Park. Run through pine forests and sandy ridges on a scenic loop course featuring lakeside views and singletrack trails.

Trail races at Table Rock State Park on March 6, 2027: a 25k single loop and a 50k two-lap course over Pinnacle and Table Rock, with 16,000 feet of elevation change, chip timing, finisher medals, and park entry included.