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Trail Running Calendar near Sylva 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Sylva for 2026-2027! We've gathered 11 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

November 2026
Nov
8
Su

Chestnut Chase

Trail Run 10 km
A trail 10K at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton NC featuring a steep opening climb, rolling singletrack, one aid station, and proceeds supporting local trail organizations.
Nov
15
Su

Papertown Trail Races

Trail Run 6.2 mi 9.3 mi
Nov
21
Sa

The Bracken

Sold out Trail Run 8 mi 25 km 50 km
Trail race in Brevard NC on November 21 2026 offering 50K, 25K and 7.5 mile options on technical fern lined single track with aid stations.
Nov
26
Th

Gobble on the Green 5K

Road Race Trail Run 5 km
Thanksgiving 5K Run Walk and a free Junior Warrior Course at The Village Green in Cashiers NC, with pies and medals for top finishers and proceeds supporting the nonprofit park.
March 2027
Mar
10
We

Appalachian 200/100

Sold out Trail Run 100 mi 200 mi
Point to point ultras near Franklin, NC offering 200 mile and 100 mile courses across three states with significant elevation gain and mandatory gear including a water filter.
Mar
13
Sa

Operation Fan Dance

Trail Run 8 mi 16 mi
Mountain trail event on Cold Mountain with 8 or 16 mile routes, Runner/Light/Heavy categories and Pass and Dog Tag time cutoffs.
Mar
13
Sa

Assault On Blackrock

Trail Run 7 mi
A seven-mile trail race in Sylva, NC with 2,770 feet of elevation gain to BlackRock summit; proceeds benefit Rolling Start NC.
April 2027
Apr
9-10
Fr - Sa

Mountain Man Memorial March

Road Race Trail Run 3 mi 6 mi 13 mi 26 mi
A two day memorial event in Gatlinburg on April 9 and April 10, 2027 offering marathon to 5K and virtual options while supporting Gold Star Families.
June 2027
Jun
6
Su

Rabun Half Marathon

Trail Run 13 mi
A grassroots trail half marathon in Sky Valley, GA on June 6, 2027, organized by Run the Cohuttas, with online registration and cash day-of entry available.
September 2027
Sep
11
Sa

The Devil's Gorge

Trail Run 25 km 50 km
Technical trail ultramarathon in Gorges State Park near Sapphire NC offering 50K and 25K with aid stations, a 10 hour cutoff, and proceeds to research.
October 2027
Oct
7-11
Th - Mo

Operation Stirling

Trail Run 10 mi 12 mi ... 26 mi 76 mi
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.
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