Pickens
Trail Running Calendar near Pickens 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Pickens for 2026-2027! We've gathered 31 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A 13.1 miles trail race near Jones Gap State Park in Marietta SC, featuring 2,000 feet of elevation gain, single track trails, and views of Rainbow Falls. Two aid stations supply water and snacks and the event is cupless.
Experience a scenic 10 mile run or hike around the shores of Lake Summit on packed gravel roads. Enjoy mountain views and a pancake breakfast at the finish line in the heart of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
A timed endurance challenge in Greer, SC offering 9 hours and 11 minutes to run, walk, or ruck while honoring the heroes of 9/11.
Experience a scenic 8k trail race through the forests and wetlands of Lake Conestee Nature Park. Run or walk a five mile loop featuring natural trails and boardwalks with views of the lake and local wildlife.
Night trail 5K at Paris Mountain State Park on Sept 25 hosted by Half Moon Outfitters; proceeds support park trail work, headlamp required, $40 entry.
October 2026
Experience a scenic 13.1 mile trail loop through Paris Mountain State Park featuring 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Run past tranquil lakes and waterfalls while enjoying panoramic summit views and vibrant fall foliage.
A 6K cross country race on the GE Vernova campus in Greenville, with mixed surfaces, corporate team registration, participant socks, and age group awards.
An 8.5 mile trail race in DuPont State Forest on October 17, 2026, with nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain, limited to 300 runners and benefitting Friends of DuPont State Forest.
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.
A single-loop 100K trail race in Pisgah Forest, NC, featuring ~10,600 ft of climbing, nine aid stations, mandatory safety gear, and a 20 hour limit.
December 2026
Overnight, lap-based trail races at Lakewood Nature Preserve on a 1.5 mile loop with distances from 10K to 50 miles, a cupless aid station with hot soup and drinks, and space for personal base camps.
January 2027
Timed 3, 6 and 9 hour run and walk at Bridgeway Station in Simpsonville on a 2 mile loop with a cupless aid table and finisher medal.
An open-ended backyard ultra at Pleasant Ridge Camp and Retreat Center where runners complete roughly 4.1 mile laps each hour until one runner remains.