Graham County

Trail Running Calendar near Graham County 2026-2027

Explore the top trail runs near Graham County for 2026-2027! We've gathered 8 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

October 2026

The Naturalist - Franklin, NC

Franklin | 26 mi from Graham County

Trail Run 25 km 50 km

Trail run in Franklin NC with 25K and 50K routes on the Bartram Trail, substantial elevation gain, multiple aid stations and post-race festivities.

Trail run in Franklin NC with 25K and 50K routes on the Bartram Trail, substantial elevation gain, multiple aid stations and post-race festivities.

Viewpoint Endurance Challenge

Whittier | 25 mi from Graham County

Backyard Ultra

Timed running and rucking events on a 1.4 mile loop in Whittier NC with lap timing, aid station support, and on-site lodging options.

Timed running and rucking events on a 1.4 mile loop in Whittier NC with lap timing, aid station support, and on-site lodging options.

Firewater Ultra

Greenback | 29 mi from Graham County

Trail Run 23 km 50 km 100 km

Experience the scenic East Lakeshore Trail in Tennessee with a variety of distances including a 100K ultra, 50K sunrise or sunset runs, and a 25K ruck challenge.

Experience the scenic East Lakeshore Trail in Tennessee with a variety of distances including a 100K ultra, 50K sunrise or sunset runs, and a 25K ruck challenge.

January 2027

Tsali Ultra

Trail Run 8 km 30 km 50 km

Tsali Ultra in Bryson City NC on January 16 2027 offers 8K, 30K and 50K trail races with aid stations, drop bags, cupless policy, and enforced cutoffs.

Tsali Ultra in Bryson City NC on January 16 2027 offers 8K, 30K and 50K trail races with aid stations, drop bags, cupless policy, and enforced cutoffs.

March 2027

Appalachian 200/100

Franklin | 26 mi from Graham County

Trail Run 100 mi 200 mi

Experience a multi state mountain adventure through South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina on a point to point course featuring up to 40,000 feet of elevation gain.

Experience a multi state mountain adventure through South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina on a point to point course featuring up to 40,000 feet of elevation gain.

April 2027

Mountain Man Memorial March

Gatlinburg | 29 mi from Graham County

Road Race Trail Run 3 mi 6 mi 13 mi 26 mi

Two day Gatlinburg event with runs, marches and virtual options from 5K to marathon, featuring military and civilian categories and support for Gold Star Families.

Two day Gatlinburg event with runs, marches and virtual options from 5K to marathon, featuring military and civilian categories and support for Gold Star Families.

May 2027

Mudder's Day Madness Mud Run 5K

Maryville | 28 mi from Graham County

Obstacle Run 5 km

An obstacle mud run at Montvale with a 5K course and a fun run, featuring over twenty obstacles and fundraising for Montvale's therapeutic programs.

An obstacle mud run at Montvale with a 5K course and a fun run, featuring over twenty obstacles and fundraising for Montvale's therapeutic programs.

July 2027

The Cherokee - Tellico Plains, TN

Tellico Plains | 27 mi from Graham County

Trail Run 24 mi 70 km 130 km

Mountain ultramarathon in Tellico Plains offering 130K, 70K, and a 24 mile Waucheesi Challenge through Cherokee National Forest.

Mountain ultramarathon in Tellico Plains offering 130K, 70K, and a 24 mile Waucheesi Challenge through Cherokee National Forest.