Papertown 20K Trail Race
Canton, United States • 10 Oct 2026
Papertown Trail Races at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park
Papertown Trail Races returns for its second running on October 10, 2026, at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton, NC. The event offers two trail distances and uses a park bridge area for the start and finish.
The race includes these distances:
- 20K
- 10K (about 6.2 miles)
The short course follows sections of Papertown Express, Old Timer, Turnpike, and Berm Park and is marked with signs at every turn. The long course is described as roughly nine miles and full course details are pending. There will be one water station on course; runners are advised to carry personal fluids or nutrition.
Chip timing will be used; timing chips are attached to the back of the race bib. Post-race water and light snacks will be provided near the finish. Awards will be given to the top ten male and female finishers in each race.
Registration opens January 1, 2026 and closes October 8, 2026. Entry fees vary by registration period. Packet pickup and on-site late registration are available at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park on race day. Parking is in the Chestnut Mountain parking lot. Dogs are permitted in the parking and bridge start/finish area but are not allowed on the course. The organizer maintains a no refund and no deferral policy; transfers to another distance or person are allowed for a $2 processing fee and must be completed by October 8, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.