Wilkes County
Trail Running Calendar near Wilkes County 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Wilkes County for 2026-2027! We've gathered 9 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Experience a scenic 5 mile climb with 1600 feet of elevation gain at the Mount Jefferson Ascent in North Carolina featuring mountain music and custom finisher bells.
Memorial trail run and walk in Wilkesboro, NC with timed 5K and 10K races, an untimed 5K walk, and a virtual option supporting the American Cancer Society.
October 2026
On October 24, 2026 at Golden Road Vineyards in State Road, NC, a Halloween themed event offers a 5K, a 1.5 mile Sip & Stroll and a virtual 5K. Participants receive a finisher medal, a race shirt and a mimosa and age group awards start at 10 and unde..
November 2026
December 2026
A roughly 5-mile trail race in Lenoir on 12/12/2026 featuring single-track, gravel and short hardtop sections, part of the Foothills Run Series, with early packet pickup, post-race s'mores and awards including Dirty Santa gift selection.
February 2027
Test your endurance at Stone Mountain with a 50K, 25K, or 8 Miler trail race featuring a unique stone-collecting quest and handcrafted pottery medals.
March 2027
Experience rugged mountain trails and scenic waterfalls at The Rendezvous Goat featuring 50K 25K and 4 Miler distances in the heart of Purlear North Carolina.
April 2027
May 2027
Trail races in Mouth of Wilson, VA on May 1 to 2, 2027 offering 50 mile, 50k, 25k and 8 mile courses with elevation, awards and finisher medals.