East Bend
Trail Running Calendar near East Bend 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near East Bend for 2026-2027! We've gathered 11 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
An obstacle mud run at the Jerry Long Family YMCA with a 3.1-mile 5K for ages 7+ and a 1-mile Fun Run for all ages, supporting YMCA health programs and offering new medals for 2026.
Trail races at Salem Lake Marina feature a 30K, a 7-mile loop, and a 5K on a mostly shaded wooded trail, with water stops, packet pickup, post-race food and beer, and proceeds benefiting the Salem Lake Trail System.
October 2026
A vineyard 5k at Divine Llama Vineyards on October 4, 2026 with chip timing, finisher medal, a wine pour, and age group awards on a grassy two lap course.
A Halloween themed 5K at Golden Road Vineyards on 10/24/26 with chip timing, costume friendly atmosphere, awards, mimosas at the finish, and Sip Stroll and virtual options.
November 2026
A timed 5K run/walk at Starmount High School supporting Compassion Care Center, plus a 100 m Pastor Dash and awards across multiple age groups.
December 2026
Trail races of 3 and 7 miles at Pilot Mountain State Park on Dec 19, 2026, finishing at the summit; field limited to 150 runners.
January 2027
A weekend of trail races at Salem Lake offering a night 5K, looped 12.5K courses up to a 50K, and a four-person 50K relay, with water stops on looped courses, a seven hour cap for the 50K, finishers swag, and post-race food and beer.
February 2027
Trail runs in Roaring Gap NC with 8 Miler, 25K, and a 50K Quest featuring six stone tokens at aid stations and on-course support.
June 2027
Mud focused obstacle course in Pinnacle, NC with multiple 5K individual and team waves plus a 1200 m kids Pollywog race; fees vary by event.