South Carolina
South Carolina Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in South Carolina for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 87 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in South Carolina below and join the trail community at these great events!
February 2027
Experience a 100 mile journey through the Sumter National Forest on the Enoree Passage of the Palmetto Trail featuring pine ridges and historic landmarks.
A 24 hour trail running event at Cheraw State Park on February 20, 2027 using a 4.3 mile loop with aid stations, food, awards, and a 100 mile buckle prize.
A 24 hour and 48 hour loop ultra run at Stable View in Aiken, South Carolina. Solo and team relay options on a 4 mile loop with on site lodging, a bistro, and professional chip timing.
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
Mountain trail races at Table Rock State Park on March 6, 2027 offering a 25K single loop and a 50K two lap option over steep, rocky terrain with staffed aid stations.
Experience the only trail race spanning the entire Francis Marion National Forest on a flat out and back course ranging from a Half Marathon to a 100 Miler.
A downtown Columbia 5K on the Capital City Passage of the Palmetto Trail supporting trail maintenance, with a post-race celebration at Palmetto Trail Headquarters.
Trail event in Mount Pleasant, SC featuring a 50K run in a 10x5K format plus a single 5K on the same loop. Registration opens September 10, 2026 and proceeds benefit local schools and military charities.
Test your endurance at The Sand Monster, a 6 hour timed trail race on a 3.5 mile loop through the shaded woods of Sesquicentennial State Park in South Carolina.
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.
April 2027
A 48 hour run and walk at Beechwood Farms on a 4.167 mile loop where participants complete as many laps as they like, with on-site camping and aid station support.
10th Annual True to the Brew 10K Hike and Run on April 3, 2027 in Pomaria SC on the Palmetto Trail with a capped field and a finish at Broad River Trestle.
Experience a flexible trail race at Broxton Bridge Plantation featuring a 34 hour challenge and a Last Man Standing format on a scenic 3.3 mile loop.
Trail races at Croft State Park in Spartanburg featuring 10.05 mile loops for 50K, 50 Mile, 100 Mile and a 10 Mile option, with aid stations and camping choices.
A USATF certified community 5K in Downtown Clover that raises funds for underprivileged children and Veterans in York County, with family activities and awards.
Single-loop hiking event at Kings Mountain offering 20- and 30-mile routes with aid stations, elevation gain details, and finisher medals.
May 2027
A shaded, runnable 10K loop at Pleasant Ridge County Park with about 650 feet of rolling elevation per lap; the half runs the loop twice.
A chip-timed 5K trail run at The Goatery at Kiawah River on 05/01/2027, with a non-chip kids 5K, eco-friendly finishes, and proceeds supporting the Hampton Wildlife Fund.
An eight-kilometer trail run at Lakeside Park in Piedmont SC with soft natural trails, singletrack sections, post-race pancakes, free photos, and a custom finisher medal.
Time based 8 hour and 4 hour races at Westminster Park on a 1.75 mile loop with about 155 ft elevation per lap and an organic aid station.