Papertown 20K Trail Race

Canton, United States • 4 Oct 2025

Papertown 10K/20K Trail Races take place at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park along Asheville Highway in Canton, North Carolina. The event offers two trail distances, 10K and 20K, appealing to both steady runners and longer-distance competitors. Billed as inaugural, the races promise a beautiful yet challenging course through forested park terrain and scenic mountain surroundings. Organizers describe a scenic, demanding layout that showcases nature and provides a solid test for trail runners. Hosted by Gloryhound Events, the race invites the trail-running community to experience Papertown’s growing presence in this picturesque mountain setting on October 4, 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 km
20k
10 km
10k
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