Trail Running calendar near Mountain City 2026-2027

A 50K looped mountain race near Galax, Virginia, with about 500 feet of climb per mile, aid stations every mile, a 16 hour cutoff, and free on site camping. Registration closes April 17 at 11:59 PM Eastern time.

Experience a premier gravel cycling event through the rugged Wilson Creek Gorge and Grandfather Ranger District with scenic 58 and 85 mile routes starting in downtown Lenoir.

A trail event in Bristol, Virginia offering 50K, 25K, and a 3 mile walk along river trails with swinging bridges and a short climb to a fire tower. Five aid stations, cupless rules with a required reusable cup, and electronic lap tracking.

Experience the nature trails of Jennings Park at this community 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run in Statesville. Enjoy food trucks, vendor booths, and a stroller friendly course perfect for all fitness levels.

Multi-distance trail races at Grayson Highlands State Park near Mouth of Wilson, VA, on May 2-3, 2026. Distances include 50 mile, 50k, 25k and 8 mile, with elevation gain and cutoffs; finishers receive a hat or beanie and a medal.

Test your endurance on a scenic farmland trail loop at the Soggy Bottoms Back Yard Ultra. Choose your distance every 30 minutes in this family friendly event where entry is a donation to a local cause.

A 100-mile trail event in the Black Mountains near Old Fort, NC, reaching Mt. Mitchell with extensive elevation gain. The nonprofit race enforces strict qualifying standards, mandatory safety gear, a 39-hour cutoff, and volunteer requiremen..

Mountain point-to-point trail races in Burnsville, NC offering 50K and 25K with large vertical gain, technical terrain that can require scrambling and ropes, mandatory start shuttles, and event swag including a pint glass and hat.

Experience a community focused obstacle course race at a motocross training facility in North Carolina. Navigate a dirt bike track, creek runs, and pond crossings across distances ranging from 1 to 6 miles.

Join this community trail race in Black Mountain to support cancer patients. Choose between an in person 5k through mountain trails or a virtual option to participate from anywhere.

Mad Dash in Conover features a 5K, a tri-sport challenge with a swim and obstacle course, and a kids' fun run. It's held at the Treetop Adventures park on Lake Hickory. The event supports local adventure initiatives and includes live music.

Run the new Trail Days Half Marathon on the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail during the Appalachian Trail Days Festival. Enjoy a professionally timed event with a shirt and finisher award, followed by a festive afternoon in Damascus Town Park.

A 12K trail run on the Flag Rock Area Trails in Norton, Virginia, held mainly on single track trails. Proceeds support the Norton Friends and Farmers Market Senior Supplement Program to help low-income seniors buy local produce.

Trail races at Doe Mountain Recreation Area near Mountain City, TN with 50K, 25K, 13K distances and a free one mile kids run. USATF sanctioned event with aid stations, finisher award, and access to a 60-foot fire tower for panoramic views.

A 10 miles out and back trail race on the VA Creeper rail to trail in Abingdon, VA, mostly dirt and gravel with two road crossings. Registration has a $20 fee and awards are given by overall place and multiple age groups.

A weekend trail event on the Virginia Creeper Trail offering 55K, a USATF-certified 50 mile, and a 25K Pepsi Challenge. The crushed-gravel rails-to-trails course is cupless and passes trestles, farms, and streams.

Trail races at Camp Grier in Old Fort NC featuring a 50k loop, a net downhill half that loses about 2,500 ft, and a 10k loop on new and classic trails with multiple aid stations.

Experience the 16th annual Marine Corps League Mud Run in Pinnacle featuring a 5k course with mud pits and obstacles. Choose between individual and team waves or the Pollywog Kids Race at Jomeokee Park and Campground.

A first annual trail event at Restoration Church featuring a chip timed 5K, a 1 mile kids run with medals, and an untimed 5K walk, with proceeds supporting a local family and a community gathering after the races.

A multi-distance trail event in Norton, Virginia offering 100 mile, 100k, 50k and 25k races with notable elevation gain. Ultra finishers receive a buckle while 50k and 25k finishers receive custom medals.