Trail Running calendar near Rocky Mount 2026-2027

Scenic trail races on the Chessie Nature Trail in Lexington VA include marathon, half, 10K, 5K and a 26.2 relay; courses are USATF certified and the marathon is a Boston qualifier.

A fall trail event on the New River Trail offering 100 mile and 50 mile races with minimal elevation, frequent aid stations and crew access. Finishers receive awards and a pint glass, with a buckle for 100 mile finishers.

Two trail events at Smith Mountain Lake State Park start and finish at the Beach Pavilion. Courses use doubletrack trails with lake views, marked routes and support stations; park entry fees are included with registration.

A fall trail running event in Greensboro on October 24, 2026 offering half marathon, marathon and 40 mile ultra options plus relays, ruck, virtual and pacer roles. The course circles Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend and Lake Jeanette with aid sta..

Explore Wintergreen’s scenic Blue Ridge single track on a timed, non competitive trek with 7 to 28 mile options and 10 hours to finish. Enjoy rocky overlooks, a post trek party with food, finisher shirt and patches and medal opportunities.

A multi-distance trail event in Montebello, VA on November 7, 2026, featuring 100K, 50-mile and 50K courses through Blue Ridge single track, old roads, and forest sections with a finish at Montebello Campground.

A trail race on the Chessie Nature Trail in Virginia on November 7, 2026 offering marathon, half, 10K, 5K and a 26.2 relay, all on smooth gravel and grass beside the Maury River with chip timing and finisher medals.

Join the DPS Education Foundation Turkey Trot in Danville this November for a scenic 5K run or walk along the Dan River and a family friendly kids fun run. Start and finish at American Legion Field while supporting scholarships and programs..

Trail runs at Hanging Rock State Park in Danbury, NC on Dec 5, 2026, with a 50K and a 25K. Both courses feature technical singletrack, substantial climbing, and multiple aid stations.

On December 12, 2026 at Cedarock Park in Burlington, NC, Run at the Rock features 5K, 10K and half marathon trail courses across single track and equestrian trails, with chip timing, aid stations, post-race food and a free kids race.