Chimney Rock
Trail Running Calendar near Chimney Rock 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Chimney Rock for 2026-2027! We've gathered 26 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
XC Experience is a two lap 5k on the R S Central High School cross country course in Rutherfordton NC. The route uses packed dirt, grass and some pavement and finishes on the stadium track with multiple spectator viewing points.
October 2026
Fourth annual 8.5 mile trail race in DuPont State Forest with nearly 1,000 feet of climb, capped at 300 runners and supported by a free forest festival and a virtual option.
A 21+ trail run and walk at the Red Horse Inn with separate runner and walker courses on marked dirt and gravel trails; tickets include one house wine or beer and advanced registration is required.
Halloween themed 5k and 1 mile in Hendersonville on October 24, 2026 with a costume contest, awards, virtual option, and a winter item drive for the Boys and Girls Club.
Trail races at Fonta Flora Brewery in Nebo NC offering a 50K, half marathon and relay on lakefront singletrack with aid stations and handmade finisher medals.
Test your limits at Camp Grier during a 25 hour endurance race on a scenic 3.6 mile trail loop with lakeside camping and milestone awards.
November 2026
A roughly 62 mile trail ultramarathon in Pisgah National Forest with high elevation balds, waterfalls, 10 aid stations, mandatory safety gear, and a 20 hour limit.
Experience an off road 5K cross country run in the Vein Mountain area of North Carolina. All finishers receive a medal and the first thirty participants to register receive an event t-shirt.
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.
January 2027
Experience the natural beauty of Lake Lure North Carolina with a range of trail races including 5K 10K 25K and 50K distances organized by Dirty Wolf Ultras.
February 2027
About 10 miles from Lookout Brewing Company combining roads, greenways and a technical trail loop over Lookout Mountain with aid stations and finish food and beer.
A mixed road and trail 15k at Foothills Watershed that reaches Lower and Upper Catawba Falls, featuring paved river sections, steep stair climbs, and two on-course aid stations.
March 2027
Timed trail event at Ellaberry Llama Farm in Hendersonville NC with 12 Hour, 6 Hour and 3 Hour options, on-course llamas, aid stations and finisher medals.
April 2027
A trail marathon and a 36 mile Mount Mitchell Challenge in Black Mountain NC on April 3, 2027 featuring summit access, stocked aid stations, and limited 250-runner fields.
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 technical trail race in Montreat, NC covering about 14.5 miles and 4,000 feet of ascent over steep, rocky singletrack with two aid stations.
A 208 mile team relay from Brevard to Bryson City, NC, routed through Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests with mixed trail and road terrain, held April 30 to May 1, 2027.