Canton
Trail Running Calendar near Canton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Canton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 14 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
The inaugural Railway Races in Hendersonville feature a timed 5k and a 1 mile fun run on the Ecusta Trail, with in-person and virtual 5k options and family-friendly amenities.
October 2026
A mostly grass 5K trail run in Canton with a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run on the day; proceeds support Pisgah High School Cross Country.
An 8.5 mile trail race in DuPont State Forest on October 17, 2026, with nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain, limited to 300 runners and benefitting Friends of DuPont State Forest.
A Halloween-themed running event in Hendersonville offering a 5k and 1 Mile, a costume contest, finisher medal, free shirt deadline, and a virtual participation option.
November 2026
A single-loop 100K trail race in Pisgah Forest, NC, featuring ~10,600 ft of climbing, nine aid stations, mandatory safety gear, and a 20 hour limit.
Blackhawk Bolt 5K & Fun Run on November 14, 2026 at North Buncombe High School offers on campus road to trail races plus a virtual 5K.
March 2027
Trail time races on March 13, 2027 at Ellaberry Llama Farm near Hendersonville NC with 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour options on marked trails and staffed aid stations.
April 2027
Trail trail event in Black Mountain, NC offering a 36 mile Mount Mitchell Challenge and a marathon that reach high elevations and require mandatory safety gear.
Timed trail event at Wag Valley Farm featuring a scenic 3.2 mile loop with 5K, 6-hour and 12-hour formats passing a waterfall and a vintage barn.
A 25K mountain trail race in Montreat, NC, with about 4,000 ft of climbing, mostly singletrack, mandatory safety gear, and a five hour limit.
A 208 mile team relay from Brevard to Bryson City NC through Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests and the Blue Ridge Parkway with 36 legs and 6 9 or 12 person teams.