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.
November 2026
A single loop 100K trail race in Pisgah Forest NC with high summits, varied singletrack, nine aid stations, and strict mandatory safety gear requirements.
December 2026
A charity hiking event at Table Rock State Park on December 12, 2026 offering 22-mile, 12-mile and a 2 mile family loop to support Make A Wish South Carolina.
January 2027
A backyard ultra at Pleasant Ridge Camp and Retreat Center where runners complete repeated 4.167 mile laps every hour until only one runner remains.
March 2027
A seven mile Plott Balsam trail race with 2,770 feet of climbing, a steep final ascent, awards, and a belt buckle challenge for sub 101 minute finishes.
April 2027
A 48 hour self paced loop run on a 4.167 mile course at Beechwood Farms in Slater Marietta SC with camping, aid station support and finisher medals.
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 team relay across western North Carolina covering about 208 miles from Brevard to Bryson City with 36 legs for six, nine or twelve person teams.
May 2027
A shaded singletrack event at Camp Spearhead with a 10K loop of about 650 feet gain, offered as a single 10K or a double-loop half marathon.
June 2027
A grassroots trail half marathon in Sky Valley, GA on June 6, 2027, organized by Run the Cohuttas with minimal amenities and cash-only day-of entries.
August 2027
A 13.1 mile trail race around Jones Gap State Park with 2,000 feet of climbing, waterfalls, river crossings, chip timing and post race pancakes at River Falls Lodge.
October 2027
Five days of progressive loaded marches in Pisgah National Forest, rising to 50 lbs and finishing with a 26-mile night-inclusive test that awards the STIRLING Dog Tag.
An 8.5 mile trail race in DuPont State Forest with nearly 1,000 feet of climbing, chip timing, a wooden finisher medal, and a post-race DuPont Forest Festival.