NORTH CAROLINA TRAIL EVENTS

Throughout North Carolina, there are many events, including guided hikes, rides, or paddles, celebrations, ribbon cuttings, workdays, and more. This page is the only statewide resource just for trail event information! Here, you can find an event near you or explore trail events throughout the Great Trails State.

Wherever you are, and no matter how you choose to get out on a trail, be sure to follow Outdoor NC’s Leave No Trace Principles.
Preserving the beauty of trails and minimizing impacts keeps things great for generations to come!

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Downtown Greenway Walking Tour

Explore the heart of the city with our guided walking tour of the Downtown Greenway on Saturday, September 13!

MythBusters: Recycling Edition

Join us on Monday, September 15th, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at Meeting Place for this free, interactive program.

Blue Ridge Mountains Trailfest

Trailfest is a 3-day festival celebrating nature, trail running, music, food, and friendship.

Yappy Hour

It's time for the pups to party!  Join us on Wednesday, September 17, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at LoFi Park!

Speed Friending

Want to meet new people, but not sure where to start? Join us for Speed Friending on Friday, September 19th!

Fall Migration Birdwatching

Take a tour with an experienced birder to witness the fall migration of many birds.

Step-A-Way

Grab your boots and fans and join us and the Double B Steppas Sunday, September 28th to learn new line dances!

Carolina Beach Monster Dash

Trail Run through Carolina Beach State Park to benefit Cape Fear Flyers youth running club 501(c)3

Glow in the Park 5K

Bring the whole family out to the 3rd Annual Glow in the Park 5K & Concert for an evening of glow fun at park!