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Schenck Forest Trail Race

Raleigh, United States • 25 Oct 2025

Located at Schenck Forest near NC State along Reedy Creek Rd in Raleigh, the Schenck Forest Trail Race is a 6.2-mile run on single-track trails through creeks and rolling hills adjacent to Umstead Park. Racers wind through the Carl Alwin Schenck Memorial Forest, a 245-acre teaching and research forest managed by NC State. The course features forest crossings, bridges, and sandy banks along Richland Creek, offering a challenging, nature-forward atmosphere in Raleigh’s hidden trail gem. This community event supports Hope and Vine, a nonprofit aiding young women who’ve aged out of foster care, showcasing outdoor sport, conservation, and a dedicated local running community. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Raleigh

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6 mi
6.2 Miles
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