Trail Running calendar near Townsend 2025-2026
We have found 33 Trailruns within 80 miles of Townsend. See below where and when you can find the races.
We have found 33 Trailruns within 80 miles of Townsend. See below where and when you can find the races.
Tackle the Chestnut Chase 10K at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton NC for a scenic, challenging trail run with a big climb early and rolling hills before a downhill finish. Proceeds support NCMTR and the Chestnut Mountain Foundation.
Run the Looking Glass 100k, a single loop 62 mile trail ultramarathon in Pisgah Forest, NC, with about 10,500 ft of elevation and views of Looking Glass Rock. Expect technical trails, waterfalls, strong aid, and a 20 hour cutoff.
Run the Land and Lakes Relay in late Feb 2026, a scenic team relay from Warren Wilson College in Asheville to Fonta Flora Brewery near Lake James. Teams of four or six share varied mountain legs and finish with awards and a celebratory beer..
Lace up for the Llama Experience Ultra at Earthshine Lodge with 12, 6 and 3 hour loop options amid mountain views. Enjoy stocked aid, a handmade pottery medal and race beanie, plus cozy on site lodging for a friendly mountain ultra.
Run Assault on BlackRock, a rugged 7 mile trail to a 5,810 foot summit with rocky single track and steep climbs. Beat one hour for $400 or finish in 101 minutes for a buckle and help fund outdoor murals in downtown Sylva.
The Georgia Death Race is a legendary 74 mile trail ultramarathon in Blairsville GA with roughly 16,000 feet of climbing and descent through the mountains. Runners carry a railroad spike to toss at the finish and earn an engraved keepsake.
Worlds Fair Ultras in downtown Knoxville lets you lap a USATF certified loop with events from 3 hour to 24 hour and distances up to 100 miles and a custom buckle for 100 mile finishers. Food trucks, music and on site aid make it a festival.