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!
Events
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Appalachian Trail Slackpacking Trip
Enjoy great views from Rich Mountain Firetower and Lovers Leap and get a taste for Appalachian hiking!
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Take It to the Trails: Backpacking Basics
Take it to the Trails: Backpacking Basics is a welcoming introduction to the world of backpacking.
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Urban Foraging
Join us for an outdoor urban foraging class at the Downtown Greenway's public orchard!
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Table Rock Ultras 50/30k
Table Rock Ultras 50k/30k is one of the most scenic and popular races in the Southeast!!!
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Monster Dash
Carolina Beach State Park 5K Trail Run to commemorate Great Trails State Day & raise money for youth runners
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Glow in the Park 5K and Concert
Bring the whole family out to Fisher River Park for an evening of glow fun!