Clemson
Trail Running Calendar near Clemson 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Clemson 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
An 8K trail run through Lake Conestee Nature Park featuring wooden boardwalks over wetlands, 285 feet of elevation gain, free parking, finish line water, and post-race pancakes.
October 2026
A 13.1 mile trail loop at Paris Mountain State Park with about 2,300 feet of climbing, lakes and switchbacks, two aid stations, and a five hour time limit.
Looped trail races at Sadlers Creek State Park in Anderson SC offering 10K, half, marathon and a 32 Hour 100 mile option with on-site camping and aid stations.
Halloween themed cross country event in Anderson with a chip timed 5K on an all grass two loop course and a free 1K fun crawl for all ages.
November 2026
A tailgate-style backyard ultra in Greenville featuring repeated 5 km laps on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, hourly raffle prizes, vendors, games and football on a big screen, with proceeds benefiting OVC Kenya.
A 16K trail race at Paris Mountain State Park with a long climb and a route around North Lake, and a $30.00 registration fee.
December 2026
Test your endurance at the Lakewood Nature Preserve with a dusk to dawn elimination race featuring a 1.5 mile loop and distances ranging from a 10K to 50 miles.
A festive grass cross-country 5K at Lakewood Nature Preserve with two 1.5 mile loops, a cash tacky sweater contest, chip timing, and parking included.
January 2027
An 8K trail run and walk at Lakeside Park in Piedmont SC featuring beginner friendly single track, two aid stations, post race refreshments, and medals for finishers.
Experience a 6K trail run or a 1 mile youth run on wide single track trails at Sadlers Creek State Park while supporting mental health rehabilitation programs.
February 2027
A blended in-person and virtual challenge in Clemson offering kids, 8K and 8 mile options, held in remembrance of the Bataan Death March and supporting Clemson’s military-affiliated student organizations.
March 2027
A multi distance running weekend in Seneca SC at Shaver Recreation Complex offering marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and 50K with listed entry fees and event amenities.
May 2027
An eight-kilometer soft-trail loop at Lakeside Park in Piedmont, SC, with single-track sections, finish-line refreshments, custom finisher medals, and free professional photos.
A fourth annual competitive one mile race at The Kroc Center in Greenville on Memorial Day that honors first responders and fallen service members.
June 2027
An 8-mile trail event at Lakewood Nature Preserve featuring four two-mile laps, solo and relay options, mystery beers or non-alcoholic alternatives, and post-race activities.