4 aidTrail Races & Ultramarathons Near Asheville, NC
As of October 6, 2026, Crewable lists 52 upcoming trail races and ultramarathons near Asheville, NC from October 2026 to September 2027. The next is Lake Rhodhiss Trailfest on October 10 in Valdese, NC. Registration is open for 13.
Sources: UltraSignup, RunSignUp, UTMB, race organizers and race websites
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October 2026
14 racesBlack Copperhead and Leatherwood Film Premier
Charlotte, NCSadlers Creek Stumble (32 Hour - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Anderson, SC100 miMarathon+2Open until Oct 17from $50
November 2026
7 racesDecember 2026
3 racesJanuary 2027
4 racesFebruary 2027
2 racesMarch 2027
4 racesApril 2027
10 racesIntroduction to Backpacking Retreat
Roan Mountain, TNFoothills 150
Pickens, SCTrail Running Retreat + Wilderness Adventure
Jonesborough, TN
May 2027
2 racesJune 2027
5 racesSeptember 2027
1 raceQuick answers
What is the next trail race or ultramarathon near Asheville, NC?
Lake Rhodhiss Trailfest, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Valdese, NC. Distances: 12 hr, 6 hr, 3 hr.
What is the closest trail race or ultramarathon to Asheville?
Mt Mitchell Challenge and Black Mountain Marathon in Black Mountain, NC, about 13 miles from Asheville, on April 3, 2027.
How many trail races and ultramarathons near Asheville, NC have open registration?
13 of the 52 list registration as open as of October 6, 2026, including Paris Mountain Half Marathon Run/Hike, Arrowwood Adventure 5K and HKY 100 Mile Ultra Trail Race.
How many of the trail races near Asheville, NC are ultramarathons?
37 of the 52 are ultramarathons (longer than a marathon, or a backyard, timed or 200+ mile format). The other 15 are shorter races.
What is the busiest month for trail races and ultramarathons near Asheville, NC?
October 2026, with 14 of the 52. April 2027 follows with 10.
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