Brevard
Trail Running Calendar near Brevard 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Brevard for 2026-2027! We've gathered 19 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A single loop scenic 5K trail race at Kanuga in Hendersonville, North Carolina on August 8, 2026, capped at 300 entrants with chip timing, awards, and a virtual option.
Community 5K at Easley High School with a kids mile for sixth grade and below, t-shirt guarantee for early registrants, and proceeds supporting the school cross country and track program.
September 2026
A 13.1 miles trail race near Jones Gap State Park in Marietta SC, featuring 2,000 feet of elevation gain, single track trails, and views of Rainbow Falls. Two aid stations supply water and snacks and the event is cupless.
A family-focused 5K and 1 Mile on the Ecusta Trail in Hendersonville with shirts, medals, chip timing and virtual options.
Experience a scenic 10 mile run or hike around the shores of Lake Summit on packed gravel roads. Enjoy mountain views and a pancake breakfast at the finish line in the heart of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
October 2026
An 8.5 mile trail race through DuPont State Recreational Forest near Brevard NC, with about 1,000 feet of climb and proceeds benefiting the Friends of DuPont State Forest.
Halloween-themed 5k and 1 Mile in Hendersonville on October 24 2026 with a costume contest, finisher medals, and a virtual 5k option.
November 2026
A roughly 62 mile loop in Pisgah Forest that climbs over 6,000 ft peaks, follows varied trails, and requires mandatory safety gear and supported aid stations.
A community Thanksgiving running event at The Village Green Commons in Cashiers, NC featuring a 5K Run/Walk and a Junior Warrior Course, t-shirt availability for early registrants, pies and medals for top finishers, and door prize drawings.
January 2027
An endurance event at Pleasant Ridge where runners complete roughly 4.1 mile laps every hour until only one runner can complete a full lap.
March 2027
Timed trail event at Ellaberry Llama Farm with 12, 6 and 3 hour options, apple orchard trails, llamas on site, aid stations and finisher medals.
April 2027
A looped trail event at Wag Valley Farm near Hendersonville NC on April 17, 2027 offering a 5K plus timed 6 hour and 12 hour formats. The course is about 3.2 miles per loop with roughly 413 feet of elevation gain and a staffed aid station in the barn..
A team relay across roughly 200 miles in Western North Carolina, starting in Pisgah National Forest and finishing at Nantahala Outdoor Center. Teams of 6, 9, or 12 split the course into 36 legs and register between June and September 2026.
May 2027
Trail run and hike at Camp Spearhead featuring a half marathon and 10K on a shaded 10K loop with proceeds supporting Camp Spearhead.