Trail Running Calendar near Whittier 2026-2027

October 2026

Trail Run 25 km 50 km

Trail run in Franklin NC with 25K and 50K routes on the Bartram Trail, substantial elevation gain, multiple aid stations and post-race festivities.

Oct

17

Sa

Viewpoint Endurance Challenge

Whittier

Backyard Ultra

Timed running and rucking events on a 1.4 mile loop in Whittier NC with lap timing, aid station support, and on-site lodging options.

November 2026

Nov

26

Th

Gobble on the Green 5K

Cashiers | 26 mi from Whittier

Road Race Trail Run 5 km

A Thanksgiving community event in Cashiers NC featuring a 5K run/walk, a junior course, awards and nearby parking at The Village Green.

January 2027

Jan

16

Sa

Tsali Ultra

Graham County | 25 mi from Whittier

Trail Run 8 km 30 km 50 km

Tsali Ultra in Bryson City NC on January 16 2027 offers 8K, 30K and 50K trail races with aid stations, drop bags, cupless policy, and enforced cutoffs.

March 2027

Mar

10

We

Appalachian 200/100

Franklin | 17 mi from Whittier

Trail Run 100 mi 200 mi

Experience a multi state mountain adventure through South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina on a point to point course featuring up to 40,000 feet of elevation gain.

Mar

13

Sa

Operation Fan Dance

Waynesville | 21 mi from Whittier

Obstacle Run 8 mi 16 mi

Trail event on March 13, 2027 in Pisgah National Forest, NC, offering 8 or 16 miles with light and heavy pack categories.

April 2027

Apr

9-10

Fr - Sa

Mountain Man Memorial March

Gatlinburg | 21 mi from Whittier

Road Race Trail Run 3 mi 6 mi 13 mi 26 mi

Two day Gatlinburg event with runs, marches and virtual options from 5K to marathon, featuring military and civilian categories and support for Gold Star Families.