Saxapahaw
Trail Running Calendar near Saxapahaw 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Saxapahaw 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.
October 2026
Timed 5K trail run at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge on October 10, 2026, with vegan vendors, a family friendly Fun Run, and proceeds for the Pig Project.
Trail races at Cane Creek Mountain Natural Area near Snow Camp NC offering a 10K and a 13.4 mile half with an optional climb of an 80 foot observation tower.
Rootrock Trail Run at Briar Chapel on October 17, 2026 offers 5K, 10K and half marathon on root and rock strewn single track with awards and a kids treasure race.
A Durham event pairing a 2-mile hourly backyard ultra (up to 24 miles) with shorter 2, 4, 6 and 8-mile races and a pledge-per-mile fundraiser.
November 2026
A 3.1 mile trail run and walk on a 63 acre family farm in Hurdle Mills NC with a farmers market and farm to table picnic, with part of proceeds supporting Person County 4 H.
A Thanksgiving Day trail event in Chapel Hill with 2 mile, 5K and 10K courses, plus a free kids race and post-race pie.
Leftovers Trail Run in Briar Chapel, Chapel Hill features 5K and 10K trail courses, vintage swag, chip timing, aid stations, and a free kids race.
December 2026
Two-day event in Pittsboro, NC with a 40 mile ultramarathon, a 40K, a 40 mile age graded team relay, and a 4 mile race, plus live music and camping.
Trail races at Cedarock Park on December 12, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon courses with chip timing, aid stations, a hoodie, medal and a free kids race.
January 2027
A January trail event in Gibsonville, NC offering a 13.1 mile half with two river crossings, a 5 mile race, ruck divisions and virtual options. The race includes chip timing, on-course support, a hoodie and finisher medal.
A 10 mile trail race in Hillsborough that climbs Occoneechee Mountain with 700 ft of gain, mixed surfaces, two aid stations, and chili, bread, and coffee at the finish.
February 2027
Two and four person relays run 20 laps around Historic Occoneechee Speedway in Hillsborough NC, totaling about 13.5 miles with flexible handoffs.
March 2027
A 30 mile point to point training run between Duke and UNC in Chapel Hill, NC, organized by The TarDevil, with participants assuming their own risk.
A 26.2 mile trail marathon through William B. Umstead State Park with about 2,400 feet of elevation gain, regular aid stations, and proceeds supporting park conservation.