Franklin
Trail Running Calendar near Franklin 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Franklin 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.
December 2026
January 2027
Trail races at Salem Lake on January 8 and 9, 2027 offering a night 5K, looped 12.5K to 50K distances, and a four person 50K relay.
A 6 hour trail race on private singletrack near Concord NC with a 6.2 mile loop, 1,350 feet of climb per lap, aid station support, and finisher awards.
A charity running event at Kimberley Park with multiple distances including a 49 mile individual option and a team relay, supporting HOPE of Winston Salem.
February 2027
A winter 5K at Jamison Park with in-person and virtual options, finisher medals for all and awards by overall, masters, and age groups.
April 2027
An obstacle course weekend at Porter Farms near Charlotte featuring Sprint and Super races, kids events, a 12 hour Hurricane Heat, and an obstacle workshop.
Repeated 1 mile rounds at Statesville Soccer Complex where the required finishing time drops by 30 seconds each round until no one completes the time; part of the 2027 Series.
Community 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at Jennings Park in Statesville on April 24, 2027 with marked trails, family activities, and food trucks.
June 2027
A community trail event on June 5, 2027 at Restoration in Woodleaf NC offering a timed 5K, a kids one mile run and an untimed 5K walk.
A single-evening event combining four track races and a 5K cross-country race, with finishers receiving a t-shirt and car decal.
July 2027
Muddy Dash at Porter Farms on July 17, 2027 is a family-friendly mud run with obstacles, waist-deep mud pits, a pre-party, and both value and VIP registration options.
September 2027
A looped elimination run on a 1.75 mile course at Historic Rural Hill with escalating distance prizes, an aid station, and on-site eco initiatives.
A muddy obstacle run offering a 5K or Fun Run where participants tackle obstacles that test strength, agility and stamina while proceeds support YMCA health programs.