Pilot Mountain
Trail Running Calendar near Pilot Mountain 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Pilot Mountain for 2026-2027! We've gathered 12 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Three days of guided trail runs, lodge accommodations, meals, and trailhead shuttles in Roaring Gap NC.
A 10th anniversary trail event at Hobby Park in Winston-Salem featuring 5K and 10K single track courses with roots, rocks and varied terrain. Field is limited to 200 runners and registration runs from May 1 to July 10.
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
Part of Stuart's annual Apple Dumpling Festival, this 5K follows the paved Mayo River Rail Trail through downtown. Pre-registered runners are guaranteed a shirt and all participants receive a finisher medal plus refreshments, awards and door prizes.
On October 24, 2026 at Golden Road Vineyards in State Road, NC, a Halloween themed event offers a 5K, a 1.5 mile Sip & Stroll and a virtual 5K. Participants receive a finisher medal, a race shirt and a mimosa and age group awards start at 10 and unde..
December 2026
Trail races at Pilot Mountain State Park on December 19, 2026 with 3 mile and 7 mile courses, a 150 runner limit, shirts, awards, and packet pick-up.
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 races in Roaring Gap NC with 50K, 25K and 8 Miler options, aid stations, course tokens for the 50K, and handcrafted finisher medals.
June 2027
Annual Marine Corps League Mud Run at Jomeokee Campground in Pinnacle NC features a muddy obstacle-course and community charity support, held each first Saturday in June.