Trail Running calendar near Rocky Mount 2026-2027

Froggy Mountain 100 in Galax, VA on June 19, 2026 offers 50 and 100 mile races run on a one mile loop with about 500 feet of vertical gain per loop. Aid, hot food, basic camping, and finisher buckles are provided.

An evening of five races at the Hanes Park track in Winston Salem on June 27, 2026, combining four track events and a 5K cross country race. Completing all five events yields a finishing score, an Ultimate Runner t shirt and a 4.91 car deca..

A 10 miles out-and-back event at Smith Mountain Cooperative Wildlife Management Area in Sandy Level, Virginia on June 27, 2026. Three load options are available: LIGHT 10 pounds, STANDARD 25 pounds, and HEAVY 50 pounds.

BeastLake in Moneta VA on July 4 offers a 3.1 mile obstacle course with 16 obstacles, a 3.1 mile run or walk, and a 1.5 mile family obstacle course with optional water features and food trucks.

A four mile vineyard run at Fables and Feathers in Goodview, VA on July 11, 2026, offered in-person and virtual. The event features a device free prediction run for prizes, a wine stopper medal, and winery tasting access for finishers.

An inaugural trail race in Pipestem, West Virginia, opening the WV State Water Festival. Three lap-based courses of 19.5, 13, and 6.5 miles are offered, with awards for overall winners and more course details to follow.

A trail race in Danbury, NC on August 1, 2026 of about 11 miles with 1,600 ft of ascent, two rock scrambles and a third of a mile river crossing. The course finishes at the Green Heron Ale House so participants should plan transport.

A farm work inspired obstacle course at Waid Park on August 1, 2026, featuring more than 20 obstacles and new farm themed elements. Registration includes chip timing, a logo shirt and live bluegrass; kids 12 and under may participate free.

A three day guided trail running retreat in Roaring Gap North Carolina featuring daily guided routes, lodge accommodation, meals, and trailhead transportation. Routes range from about 7 to 10 miles with optional extra mileage.

Trail ultraruns at Crystal Springs Recreation Area near Wytheville VA feature multiple timed options, technical loop trails with significant elevation, a limited no-frills Leftovers Option, cupless aid stations and required shuttle parking.

A 10th anniversary trail event at Hobby Park in Winston-Salem featuring 5K and 10K single track courses with roots, rocks and varied terrain. Field is limited to 200 runners and registration runs from May 1 to July 10.

A 3.1 miles obstacle course through Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest with elite, team, corporate and non-competitive waves. Entry fees support Poplar Forest education and elite competitors must complete all obstacles to qualify for prizes.

A themed 5K and a 500 m kids run on August 22, 2026 at East Davidson High School in Thomasville, NC. The event uses a campus cross country course, encourages decade attire, and includes an award for best dressed.

Camp Bethel PEP! 5K Run/Walk is the tenth annual trail event at Camp Bethel in Fincastle, VA. The **5K** course runs across trails, fields, and forests on 470 acres and supports Camp Bethel through fees and sponsors.

Trail races at Douthat State Park featuring a roughly 13-mile loop used for a 50K, marathon, half marathon, and a six-mile race, with multiple aid stations, loop-based finisher rules, and limited field sizes.

A trail event at Hagan-Stone Park offering half marathon and 10K runs plus ruck and virtual options, with morning, evening, and double-entry formats; evening races may require personal lights.

An obstacle mud run at the Jerry Long Family YMCA with a 3.1-mile 5K for ages 7+ and a 1-mile Fun Run for all ages, supporting YMCA health programs and offering new medals for 2026.

Point to point trail race between Pilot Mountain State Park and Hanging Rock State Park in North Carolina, offering 50 Mile and 50K options, a 50 Mile Relay, ruck and virtual races with substantial climbing.

Trail races at Salem Lake Marina feature a 30K, a 7-mile loop, and a 5K on a mostly shaded wooded trail, with water stops, packet pickup, post-race food and beer, and proceeds benefiting the Salem Lake Trail System.

A fundraising event at North Cross School featuring a chip-timed cross-country 5K, a non-timed 5K walk, and a 0.8 mile kids fun run with participation medals and youth leaders from the school team.