Old Fort
Trail Running Calendar near Old Fort 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Old Fort for 2026-2027! We've gathered 27 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
The inaugural Railway Races in Hendersonville feature a timed 5k and a 1 mile fun run on the Ecusta Trail, with in-person and virtual 5k options and family-friendly amenities.
Experience a scenic 10 mile run or hike around the shores of Lake Summit on packed gravel roads. Enjoy mountain views and a pancake breakfast at the finish line in the heart of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
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.
First annual Patriot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run in Morganton, NC features a 5K on the Freedom Cross Country trail and a 1 mile Fun Run on the Freedom Park track.
October 2026
A themed 5K with flag-capture zombies plus a one mile family fun run in downtown Morganton on October 10, 2026, with food trucks and a fall after party.
A Halloween-themed running event in Hendersonville offering a 5k and 1 Mile, a costume contest, finisher medal, free shirt deadline, and a virtual participation option.
Trail 50K, relays and a half marathon at Lake James State Park with start and finish at Fonta Flora Brewery in Nebo NC, organized by Tanawha Adventures.
A 25 hour timed trail event at Camp Grier in Old Fort NC with repeated 3.6 mile loops, aid stations, free tent camping, and awards for milestone and top mileage.
November 2026
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
Multiple race distances from 5K to 50K at Lake Lure, NC on January 9, 2027, organized by Dirty Wolf Ultras.
February 2027
Catawba Falls 15k in Old Fort NC on Feb 27, 2027 combines a riverside start and a technical trail loop to Catawba Falls while supporting local conservation.
March 2027
Trail time races on March 13, 2027 at Ellaberry Llama Farm near Hendersonville NC with 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour options on marked trails and staffed aid stations.
April 2027
Trail events in Black Mountain NC on April 3, 2027: a 36 mile Mount Mitchell Challenge to the summit and a Black Mountain Marathon finishing at Lake Tomahawk.
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 rugged 25K trail race in Montreat NC with about 4,000 ft of climbing, required trail experience, mandatory safety gear, and a 5 hour limit.