Candler
Trail Running Calendar near Candler 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Candler for 2026-2027! We've gathered 24 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A trail 10K at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton NC featuring a steep opening climb, rolling singletrack, one aid station, and proceeds supporting local trail organizations.
A single loop 100K trail race in Pisgah Forest NC with high summits, varied singletrack, nine aid stations, and strict mandatory safety gear requirements.
Annual 5K and 1 mile fun run on the North Buncombe High School campus that raises funds for students, staff, and school programs.
December 2026
Community 5K and kids fun run at Enka High School supporting Elves for Enka, which provides holiday gifts and essentials to about 200 students.
January 2027
Trail running event on January 9, 2027 in Lake Lure NC offering 5K, 10 Miler, 20 Miler and 50K over rugged trails with steep climbs and fast descents.
February 2027
Approximately 10 miles out and back from Lookout Brewing Company, featuring a climb of Lookout Mountain, mixed road and trail terrain, aid stations and finish line amenities.
A mixed road and trail 15k at Foothills Watershed near Catawba Falls with 1,333 ft of climb, aid stations, a 150-runner limit, and finisher medals on February 27, 2027.
March 2027
A one-day, 61 mile team relay from Asheville to Lake James for 4 to 6 runners per team, capped at 50 teams with leg distances of 3.3 to 7.7 miles.
Timed trail loops at Ellaberry Llama Farm near Hendersonville NC with real llamas on course, 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour formats, aid stations and finisher medals.
Trail races of 50 miles and 55 kilometers from Camp Grier near Old Fort, NC, featuring steep climbs, technical singletrack, aid stations and live GPS tracking.
April 2027
Trail races from downtown Black Mountain to Lake Tomahawk and Mount Mitchell including a 36 miles Challenge and a mountain marathon, both capped at 250 runners.
Timed trail event at Wag Valley Farm with scenic 3.2 mile loops, about 400 feet gain, 3/6/12 hour options and a one-loop 5K on private property.
A technical mountain trail race in the Montreat Wilderness covering about 14.5 miles and 4,000 feet of ascent with steep, rocky singletrack.
A team relay across western North Carolina covering about 208 miles from Brevard to Bryson City with 36 legs for six, nine or twelve person teams.
May 2027
June 2027