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Uwharrie 100 Mile and 100K Trail Run
Troy, NC17,420 ft gain
100 mi100K
Open until Oct 10from $265
Trail Races & Ultramarathons Near Charlotte, NC
As of October 6, 2026, Crewable lists 39 upcoming trail races and ultramarathons near Charlotte, NC from October 2026 to August 2027. The next is Bit of Hope Ranch 5K Trail Run, 2K Walk, & Half-Pint Run on October 10 in Gastonia, NC. Registration is open for 7.
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October 2026
11 racesBlack Copperhead and Leatherwood Film Premier
Charlotte, NC
November 2026
7 racesUnion County Sheriff’s Office (UCSO) Deputy Dash 5K Trail Run Presented by Echo Sierra Tactical
Monroe, NC5KOpen until Nov 13from $30
December 2026
3 racesJanuary 2027
3 racesFebruary 2027
4 racesMarch 2027
3 racesApril 2027
3 racesMay 2027
2 racesJune 2027
2 racesAugust 2027
1 raceQuick answers
What is the next trail race or ultramarathon near Charlotte, NC?
Bit of Hope Ranch 5K Trail Run, 2K Walk, & Half-Pint Run, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Gastonia, NC. Distances: 5K, 2K.
What is the closest trail race or ultramarathon to Charlotte?
The Unforeseen in Charlotte, NC, about 7 miles from Charlotte, on November 14, 2026.
How many trail races and ultramarathons near Charlotte, NC have open registration?
7 of the 39 list registration as open as of October 6, 2026, including Bit of Hope Ranch 5K Trail Run, 2K Walk, & Half-Pint Run, HKY 100 Mile Ultra Trail Race and Uwharrie 100 Mile and 100K Trail Run.
How many of the trail races near Charlotte, NC are ultramarathons?
32 of the 39 are ultramarathons (longer than a marathon, or a backyard, timed or 200+ mile format). The other 7 are shorter races.
What is the busiest month for trail races and ultramarathons near Charlotte, NC?
October 2026, with 11 of the 39. November 2026 follows with 7.
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