Sapphire
Trail Running Calendar near Sapphire 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Sapphire for 2026-2027! We've gathered 17 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A 13.1 miles trail race near Jones Gap State Park in Marietta SC, featuring 2,000 feet of elevation gain, single track trails, and views of Rainbow Falls. Two aid stations supply water and snacks and the event is cupless.
October 2026
An 8.5 mile trail race in DuPont State Forest on October 17, 2026, with nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain, limited to 300 runners and benefitting Friends of DuPont State Forest.
Sky To Summit is a two-day trail race in Sky Valley, Georgia on October 24-25, 2026, featuring a 50K with 7,500 ft gain and 11 hour cutoff and a 25K with 3,500 ft gain and 5.5 hour cutoff. Event materials include maps, aid charts, and a runner handbo..
November 2026
A single-loop 100K trail race in Pisgah Forest, NC, featuring ~10,600 ft of climbing, nine aid stations, mandatory safety gear, and a 20 hour limit.
December 2026
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 two day running event at Amerson River Park in Macon GA offering Marathon, Half Marathon, 50K, 10K and 5K races with no time limits.
April 2027
A 48 hour looped endurance run and walk at Beechwood Family Farm near Marietta SC with camping, chip timing, and on course aid.
A 208 mile team relay from Brevard to Bryson City NC through Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests and the Blue Ridge Parkway with 36 legs and 6 9 or 12 person teams.
May 2027
A trail half marathon and 10K at Pleasant Ridge County Park on May 1, 2027, supporting Camp Spearhead with chip timing, aid stations, and a four hour time limit.
June 2027
Trail half marathon in Sky Valley GA on June 6 2027 with online registration and a cash-only day-of option; grassroots event with no shirts or awards.