Sapphire
Trail Running Calendar near Sapphire 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Sapphire for 2026-2027! We've gathered 19 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A military inspired Special Forces style fitness event in Pisgah National Forest, NC that tests participants' physical and mental toughness across multiple days.
A fourth annual 8.5 mile trail race in DuPont State Recreational Forest on October 17, 2026, limited to 300 runners, with nearly 1,000 ft of elevation gain and a same day forest festival.
Two-day trail race in Sky Valley, GA offering a 50K with 7500 ft gain and a 25K with 3500 ft gain, plus course maps and a runner handbook.
November 2026
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
Trailblaze Challenge Trailfest at Table Rock State Park features 22, 12 and 2 mile hikes supporting Make A Wish South Carolina with training resources and a celebration festival.
January 2027
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
A trail event on March 13, 2027 in Pisgah National Forest offering 8 and 16 mile courses with listed elevation gains and pack-weight categories; registration is closed.
April 2027
A 48 hour run and walk at Beechwood Farms on a 4.167 mile loop where participants complete as many laps as they like, with on-site camping and aid station support.
A chip timed 5k through vineyards at Chattooga Belle Farm with a wine pour at the finish, age group awards, and proceeds supporting Mountain Sprouts Learning.
A 208 mile team relay from Brevard to Bryson City, NC, routed through Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests with mixed trail and road terrain, held April 30 to May 1, 2027.
May 2027
A shaded, runnable 10K loop at Pleasant Ridge County Park with about 650 feet of rolling elevation per lap; the half runs the loop twice.
June 2027
Trail half marathon in Sky Valley, Georgia on June 6, 2027, organized by Run the Cohuttas; grassroots format with clock times only and cash day of registration.
September 2027
October 2027
STIRLING is a five day field event in Pisgah National Forest covering about 76 miles with a required 25 to 50 lb dry pack and a single registration fee.