Hampstead

Trail Running Calendar near Hampstead 2026-2027

Explore the top trail runs near Hampstead for 2026-2027! We've gathered 7 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

November 2026

The 16 Hour Lock-in

Carolina Beach | 25 mi from Hampstead

Trail Run

A 16 hour event at Carolina Beach State Park where runners repeat a 4.5 mile loop as many times as they wish, with on-course aid and camping options.

A 16 hour event at Carolina Beach State Park where runners repeat a 4.5 mile loop as many times as they wish, with on-course aid and camping options.

January 2027

Carolina Beach State Park Trail Half Marathon & 5K

Carolina Beach | 25 mi from Hampstead

Trail Run 3 mi 13 mi

Trail half marathon and 5K at Carolina Beach State Park on January 2, 2027, with timed courses, medals and post race beer for participants 21 plus.

Trail half marathon and 5K at Carolina Beach State Park on January 2, 2027, with timed courses, medals and post race beer for participants 21 plus.

Southern Tour Ultra

Wilmington | 15 mi from Hampstead

Trail Run 50 km 50 mi 100 mi

Multi-day trail ultra in Wilmington NC featuring 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and team relay on flat 10 mile loops with camping and BBQ.

Multi-day trail ultra in Wilmington NC featuring 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and team relay on flat 10 mile loops with camping and BBQ.

February 2027

KŌR Trail Run - Wilmington

Winnabow | 26 mi from Hampstead

Trail Run 5 km 10 km

5K and 10K trail races through shaded forests and singletrack near Winnabow NC on 02/06/2027, produced by Set Up Events.

5K and 10K trail races through shaded forests and singletrack near Winnabow NC on 02/06/2027, produced by Set Up Events.

April 2027

Sledgehammer Beach Run

Sneads Ferry | 21 mi from Hampstead

Trail Run 3 mi 10 km 13 mi

Beach weekend in North Topsail Beach with on sand Half Marathon, 10K, a new Sunset 5K and virtual options; proceeds support Semper Fi & America's Fund.

Beach weekend in North Topsail Beach with on sand Half Marathon, 10K, a new Sunset 5K and virtual options; proceeds support Semper Fi & America's Fund.

May 2027

Copperhead Beer Relay 20k

Trail Run 10 km 20 km 13 mi

A trail event featuring 20K individual and relay races, Beer Mile and short mile races, with optional beer laps offering time deductions.

A trail event featuring 20K individual and relay races, Beer Mile and short mile races, with optional beer laps offering time deductions.

June 2027

Good Hops Beer Run

Carolina Beach | 25 mi from Hampstead

Trail Run 3 mi

A casual trail run of about three miles through Carolina Beach State Park starting at Good Hops Brewing on June 19, 2027, with two water stations, post-race awards, brewery festivities, and proceeds supporting the local school and state park.

A casual trail run of about three miles through Carolina Beach State Park starting at Good Hops Brewing on June 19, 2027, with two water stations, post-race awards, brewery festivities, and proceeds supporting the local school and state park.