Wake Forest
Trail Running Calendar near Wake Forest 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Wake Forest for 2026-2027! We've gathered 12 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A 24-hour timed ultra run and walk on November 21, 2026 benefitting Healing Transitions, with trails, camping, fundraising and a candlelight remembrance hour.
January 2027
Point to point 20k on the Mountains to Sea Trail from Falls Dam to Bayleaf Church Road with an aid station at Possum Track Road and a virtual Strava option.
February 2027
5K cross country race in Cary, NC on Feb 14, 2027 with race bibs, a long sleeve shirt option, age group awards, and live online results.
March 2027
A multi format endurance event at Sugg Farm Park and Bass Lake on a 4.167 mile trail loop, featuring 12 hour and 24 hour individual races, a 100 mile with a 30 hour cutoff, relays and ruck divisions with mandatory gear checks.
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.
April 2027
A multi-distance endurance event in William B. Umstead State Park offering 100 miles (30 hour limit) and a 50 mile option, held April 3-4, 2027 as the 32nd edition.
May 2027
A Memorial Day weekend running event at the Northwest Cary YMCA with in-person and virtual 2, 4, and 6 mile options, a kids-in-strollers category, exhibitor booths, finishers medals, and a prize pool that supports the local Veterans of Foreign Wars.
June 2027
A 6-hour trail challenge of a 5K each hour for six rounds, with patches for partial finishes, a medal for six laps, and world leaderboard ranking.