New South Trail Marathon

Charlotte, United States • 4 Apr 2026

The New South Trail Marathon is a trail running event held at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It offers both full marathon (26.2 miles) and half marathon (13.1 miles) distances, utilizing the center’s scenic trail system. The race features courses marked with colored arrows over natural, uneven terrain, and participants share the trails with hikers and bikers.

The event emphasizes safety, discouraging headphones and prohibiting pets and powered transportation on the course. Runners receive finisher medals and awards across various age groups. The marathon is part of the Whitewater Race Series and takes place rain or shine, with a daily parking fee at the venue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Full Marathon (26.2 Miles)
13 mi
Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)
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