Shelby
Trail Running Calendar near Shelby 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Shelby for 2026-2027! We've gathered 22 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A 12 hour trail run at Kings Mountain State Park in Clover, SC, on a 4.5 mile loop that passes Lake Crawford, historic farm trails, and an aid station each lap.
XC Experience is a two lap 5k on the R S Central High School cross country course in Rutherfordton NC. The route uses packed dirt, grass and some pavement and finishes on the stadium track with multiple spectator viewing points.
Navigate the Broad River Greenway using GPS coordinates in an adventure race featuring land navigation and an optional paddling component for individuals and teams.
A trail 5K and walk at Common Ground in Stanley NC supporting a $2,000 scholarship for an East Gaston High School senior.
October 2026
Last Man Standing race in Kings Mountain NC with repeating 3.1-mile loops and time limits that cycle 40, 45, 50, 55, 60 minutes then reset.
A certified 5K trail run on a 50 acre horse ranch near Gastonia, NC, accompanied by a 2K walk, a Half Pint race for ages 7 and under, and a virtual 5K option. The event runs rain or sunshine and will be canceled for lightning.
5K trail run and 1 mile fun run at the Warlick Family YMCA with a family party area featuring games, bounce houses, music, and activities.
A community 5K at Shelby Middle School focused on mental health awareness, with provider booths, participant shirts and medals, family activities, and fundraising for kids.
November 2026
Multi-distance trail event at Kings Mountain State Park offering 10 Mile, 50K, 100K and 100 Mile races on a looped course with two aid stations per loop.
A community 5k trail run and walk on November 7, 2026 at Westminster Park in Rock Hill, SC, focused on raising awareness about the local foster and adoption system with interactive stations and age and gender race divisions.
December 2026
Trail event at Crowders Mountain with redesigned routes from half marathon to a new 101 mile 100 Miler, aid stations, gear rules and set time limits for most distances.
January 2027
Trail running in Charlotte with 5K and 10K options followed by a plunge into the Deep Water Solo pool.
April 2027
A USATF certified community 5K in Downtown Clover that raises funds for underprivileged children and Veterans in York County, with family activities and awards.
Single-loop hiking event at Kings Mountain offering 20- and 30-mile routes with aid stations, elevation gain details, and finisher medals.
A 31 mile point to point trail race from Crowders Mountain State Park to Kings Mountain State Park with marked course, stocked aid stations, and an 11 hour cutoff.
May 2027
A 24 hour trail running relay in Charlotte where teams score points by completing laps, camp on site, and receive meals, a shirt and a finisher medal.
June 2027
Timed running event at Hollis Hills Farm in Ellenboro with 3-mile loops, multiple timed options, on-course aid, unique pottery finisher medals, and proceeds to farm development.