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.
October 2026
A military inspired Special Forces style fitness event in Pisgah National Forest, NC that tests participants' physical and mental toughness across multiple days.
Single 13.1 mile loop at Paris Mountain State Park with 2,300 feet of climbing, two aid stations, chip timing, custom finisher medal, and post-race pancakes.
A closed 6 km cross country race on the GE Vernova campus in Greenville SC with mixed surfaces, participant socks, age group awards, and Corporate Shield team registration.
A fourth annual 8.5 mile trail race in DuPont State Recreational Forest on October 17, 2026, limited to 300 runners, with nearly 1,000 ft of elevation gain and a same day forest festival.
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
Hourly 5 km laps on the Swamp Rabbit Trail in Greenville with games, vendors and raffles; proceeds support 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 roughly 62 mile trail ultramarathon in Pisgah National Forest with high elevation balds, waterfalls, 10 aid stations, mandatory safety gear, and a 20 hour limit.
December 2026
Trailblaze Challenge Trailfest at Table Rock State Park features 22, 12 and 2 mile hikes supporting Make A Wish South Carolina with training resources and a celebration festival.
Overnight loop race at Lakewood Nature Preserve offering 10K to 50 mile distances on a 1.5 mile loop with a strict 25 minute lap schedule.
A grass cross-country 5K at Lakewood Nature Preserve with two 1.5 mile loops, a tacky sweater contest offering cash prizes, chip timing, and post-race photos.
January 2027
Timed 3 hour, 6 hour and 9 hour run or walk on a two mile loop at Bridgeway Station with lap rocks, aid station, free parking and a holiday leftover banquet.
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.
An 8K early season trail run at Lakeside Park in Piedmont, SC with beginner friendly singletrack, two aid stations, hot cocoa at the finish, and finisher medals.
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
Ultimutt Race is a dog and owner obstacle course covering 5 km with 17 obstacles, an all day dog festival, timed Competitive and untimed Fun Run options, and fundraising for local shelters.