Pilot Mountain
Trail Running Calendar near Pilot Mountain 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Pilot Mountain for 2026-2027! We've gathered 13 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 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
A vineyard 5k at Divine Llama Vineyards on October 4, 2026 with chip timing, finisher medal, a wine pour, and age group awards on a grassy two lap course.
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..
November 2026
A timed 5K run/walk at Starmount High School supporting Compassion Care Center, plus a 100 m Pastor Dash and awards across multiple age groups.
December 2026
Test your endurance with a 3 mile or 7 mile uphill run at Pilot Mountain State Park ending with scenic views and a post race breakfast.
An unstructured day of running in downtown Winston Salem where participants set their own distance and use a central aid station from sunrise to sunset.
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.
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
Test your endurance at Stone Mountain with a 50K, 25K, or 8 Miler trail race featuring a unique stone-collecting quest and handcrafted pottery medals.
June 2027
Mud focused obstacle course in Pinnacle, NC with multiple 5K individual and team waves plus a 1200 m kids Pollywog race; fees vary by event.