Pisgah Forest
Trail Running Calendar near Pisgah Forest 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Pisgah Forest for 2026-2027! We've gathered 25 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Night trail 5K at Paris Mountain State Park on Sept 25 hosted by Half Moon Outfitters; proceeds support park trail work, headlamp required, $40 entry.
October 2026
A mostly grass 5K trail run in Canton with a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run on the day; proceeds support Pisgah High School Cross Country.
Fourth annual 8.5 mile trail race in DuPont State Forest with nearly 1,000 feet of climb, capped at 300 runners and supported by a free forest festival and a virtual option.
A 21+ trail run and walk at the Red Horse Inn with separate runner and walker courses on marked dirt and gravel trails; tickets include one house wine or beer and advanced registration is required.
Halloween themed 5k and 1 mile in Hendersonville on October 24, 2026 with a costume contest, awards, virtual option, and a winter item drive for the Boys and Girls Club.
November 2026
Trail 10K at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton NC on November 8, 2026, featuring an early 600 foot climb, rolling singletrack, and a downhill finish.
A roughly 62 mile trail ultramarathon in Pisgah National Forest with high elevation balds, waterfalls, 10 aid stations, mandatory safety gear, and a 20 hour limit.
December 2026
January 2027
Experience the natural beauty of Lake Lure North Carolina with a range of trail races including 5K 10K 25K and 50K distances organized by Dirty Wolf Ultras.
An open-ended backyard ultra at Pleasant Ridge Camp and Retreat Center where runners complete roughly 4.1 mile laps each hour until one runner remains.
March 2027
Timed trail event at Ellaberry Llama Farm in Hendersonville NC with 12 Hour, 6 Hour and 3 Hour options, on-course llamas, aid stations and finisher medals.
Trail event on March 13, 2027 in Pisgah National Forest, NC, offering 8 or 16 miles with light and heavy pack categories.
April 2027
A 48-hour event at Beechwood Farms where participants run a single 4.167-mile loop as many times as they wish, with on-site camping, aid station support, and chip timing.
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.