Chapel Hill
Trail Running Calendar near Chapel Hill 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Chapel Hill for 2026-2027! We've gathered 28 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A Durham event pairing a 2-mile hourly backyard ultra (up to 24 miles) with shorter 2, 4, 6 and 8-mile races and a pledge-per-mile fundraiser.
November 2026
A 3.1 mile trail run and walk on a 63 acre family farm in Hurdle Mills NC with a farmers market and farm to table picnic, with part of proceeds supporting Person County 4 H.
A mid-November 5K at Camp Agapé with live trail and virtual options, brunch and raffles, raising funds for the Agapé Center for Environmental Education.
A 24 hour timed ultra run and walk on November 21, 2026 benefiting Healing Transitions at Lakeside Retreats with camping, parking, family activities, and unpaved trails.
A Thanksgiving Day trail event in Chapel Hill with 2M, 5K, and new 10K courses, a free kids race, post race pie, and a local charity partner.
Trail run at Briar Chapel on November 28, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses, repurposed vintage swag, post-race food, and a free kids race.
December 2026
Experience a trail running festival in Pittsboro featuring 40 mile and 40K distances alongside a unique age-graded team relay. Enjoy a weekend of cross-country racing, live music, and camping in the scenic Shakori Hills.
Trail races at Cedarock Park offering 5K, 10K and half-marathon courses on single-track and equestrian trails, with a hoodie, hot soup and a free kids race.
January 2027
A 10 mile trail race in Hillsborough that climbs Occoneechee Mountain with 700 ft of gain, mixed surfaces, two aid stations, and chili, bread, and coffee at the finish.
February 2027
Two and four person relays run 20 laps around Historic Occoneechee Speedway in Hillsborough NC, totaling about 13.5 miles with flexible handoffs.
March 2027
An informal 30 mile point to point training run between Duke Chapel and UNC's Old Well, alternating start and finish locations by year, entry fee listed at $53.50.
A multi format endurance event at Sugg Farm Park and Bass Lake on a 4.167 mile trail loop, featuring 12 hour and 24 hour individual races, a 100 mile with a 30 hour cutoff, relays and ruck divisions with mandatory gear checks.