Logo

FRC Deerfly Trail Race

Fayetteville, United States • 18 Oct 2025

The FRC Deerfly Trail Race is an annual trail running event held at Carvers Creek State Park in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Celebrating its fifth year, the race offers timed 11K and 6K distances through scenic longleaf pine forests in the Sandhills area, where participants may spot local wildlife like red-cockaded woodpeckers and fox squirrels. Unique to this event are dog-friendly races: the Big Dog 11K and Lil Pup 6K. The race is capped at 200 runners to maintain an intimate atmosphere and is sponsored by Heckler Brewing Company. Participants receive special race shirts, pint glasses, and challenge coins featuring the event’s deerfly-themed logo. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Fayetteville

Race information

Registration
11 km
11k
11 km
Big Dog 11k (dogs Only)
6 km
6 km
Lil Pup 6k (dogs Only)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Cape Fear 24 Hour

Lillington - 24 mi from Fayetteville

Cape Fear 24 Hour Endurance Run takes place in Lillington, North Carolina, on a USATF-certified 0.59-mile asphalt loop surrounding the town’s Parks and Recreation baseball fields. The mostly flat course features one small incline and is designed for runners to go as far as they can within 24 hours,..

Joint Special Operations 10K Run

Fort Liberty - 9 mi from Fayetteville

The Joint Special Operations (JSO) 10K Run and 5K Walk is a unique trail race held at Historic Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The all off-road course features challenging terrain including dirt, mud, gravel, and sand along tank trails and fire breaks. Open to all ages and abilities, the event attracts..

Cape Fear Holiday Run

Lillington - 24 mi from Fayetteville

Cape Fear Holiday Run is a fundraiser trail race in Lillington, North Carolina, at Cape Fear Shiner Park. The course features a 1.17-mile loop on a scenic trail with a short paved section, suitable for runners of all levels. The event offers 9-hour, 6-hour, and 3-hour timed divisions, with electroni..