Trail Running calendar near Damascus 2026-2027

A 25K trail race at Pilot Mountain State Park featuring a climb to the Pinnacle, three full aid stations, a technical long sleeve shirt, and a laser-engraved finisher medallion. Field limited to 125 runners and registration closes Feb 19.

A winter 100-mile group run near Galax, Virginia, held as a fundraiser for veterans' suicide awareness. The self-supported event runs a 10 mile loop repeated ten times with about 15,000 feet of elevation and a 40 hour soft cutoff.

Event Overview The Land and Lakes Relay is a team running event starting at Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa, North Carolina. The finish line is at Fonta Flora Brewery-Whippoorwhill Farm in Nebo, near Lake James. Course Details The course..

Test your speed on a mountain trail adventure at the Catawba Falls 15k in Old Fort, NC. The course mixes a smooth riverside start with a challenging loop featuring waterfalls, stairs, and technical trails. Your run contributes to local land..

A mountain trail ultramarathon near Old Fort, NC offering ~50 mile and 55 km options over technical singletrack and large elevation gain, with aid stations every 4 to 7 miles and mandatory safety gear requirements.

Event Overview The Lake James 7 Miler & 5k is a trail running event held on April 4, 2026. It takes place at Fonta Flora Brewery's Whippoorwill Farm in Nebo, North Carolina. The courses utilize the trails of nearby Lake James State Park..

A 5k in Valdese, NC on April 4, 2026 supporting awareness for humane treatment of incarcerated people. The course features a slope, rock stairs, a suspension bridge near 0.5 miles and an out and back on the Valdese greenway.

Flat, all dirt courses along the New River Trail offer out and back distances from 5k to 100k. Aid stations, a cupless policy, drop bag service for longer distances, and medals or a buckle for finishers highlight the event.

Leatherwood Marathons in Ferguson, NC (April 11, 2026) uses a 12 mile loop with 3,050 ft gain per loop. Distances range from 25K to 100 miles and aid stations are placed three times per loop.

A demanding 25K trail race in the Montreat Wilderness with about 4,000 ft of climbing and a five hour limit. Required trail experience and mandatory safety gear are enforced.

The Union Half Marathon & Relay is a 9th annual event starting at the Big Stone Gap Visitor Center. The course runs along paved trails, featuring a unique passage through two historic train tunnels. Participants can choose from a solo half..

Test your endurance at the Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50k on a challenging looped course near Galax, VA. With a 16-hour limit, fully stocked aid stations every mile, and hot meals, it's a well-supported ultramarathon. Free camping is ava..

A multi-distance trail event in Southwest Virginia featuring riverside running, swinging bridges, trestles and a short climb to a fire tower. The race uses professional chip timing and requires participants to carry a reusable cup.

A community running event at scenic Jennings Park in Statesville. Choose from a 5K or a 1 Mile Fun Run, with separate age categories for youth and adults. Strollers are welcome, and there will be food trucks and activities.

Trail races at Grayson Highlands State Park on May 2 and 3, 2026 offering 50 mile, 50K, 25K and 8 mile courses through mountain terrain with significant elevation gain and views that include wild ponies.

A 100 mile trail race in Old Fort, North Carolina that traverses the Black Mountains and reaches Mt Mitchell. The race is a Hardrock and Western States qualifier and enforces strict gear and qualification rules.

A series of point-to-point mountain trail races in Burnsville, NC with steep, technical climbs to Mt Mitchell. Distances include 50K, 25K, and a new 11K, featuring large vertical gain, rocky terrain, and summit finishes.

Hit the trails in Black Mountain, NC for the Cancer Active Trail Race 5k on May 16, 2026. This event supports programs for cancer patients through active lifestyles. A virtual 5k option is also available.

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 12 kilometer trail race on the Flag Rock Area Trails in Norton, Virginia. The ninth annual event is part of the High Knob Triple Crown and supports a senior farmers market supplement program.