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.
August 2026
Community 5K at Easley High School with a kids mile for sixth grade and below, t-shirt guarantee for early registrants, and proceeds supporting the school cross country and track program.
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 through DuPont State Recreational Forest near Brevard NC, with about 1,000 feet of climb and proceeds benefiting the 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 roughly 62 mile loop in Pisgah Forest that climbs over 6,000 ft peaks, follows varied trails, and requires mandatory safety gear and supported aid stations.
A community Thanksgiving running event at The Village Green Commons in Cashiers, NC featuring a 5K Run/Walk and a Junior Warrior Course, t-shirt availability for early registrants, pies and medals for top finishers, and door prize drawings.
January 2027
An endurance event at Pleasant Ridge where runners complete roughly 4.1 mile laps every hour until only one runner can complete a full lap.
March 2027
Mainly Marathons holds Appalachian Series day 3 in Seneca SC on March 21–22, 2027 offering marathon, half marathon, 50K, 10K and 5K races with listed entry fees.
April 2027
A team relay across roughly 200 miles in Western North Carolina, starting in Pisgah National Forest and finishing at Nantahala Outdoor Center. Teams of 6, 9, or 12 split the course into 36 legs and register between June and September 2026.
May 2027
Trail run and hike at Camp Spearhead featuring a half marathon and 10K on a shaded 10K loop with proceeds supporting Camp Spearhead.
June 2027
Trail half marathon in Sky Valley Georgia on June 6 2027 organized by Run the Cohuttas; no shirts or awards and day of cash registration is available.