Cliffs Of The Neuse Trail Run & Hike

Event Overview

Come out and Support Cliffs of the Neuse State Park's 6th spring trail race! We will have 4ish and 8ish mile distances as well as a 4ish mile hike option. Also a 50k ULTRA distance! And new for 2026 a 25k option!

Start/Finish Area

START/FINISH AREA AT THE BIG PICNIC SHELTER WITH REAL PARKING AND REAL BATHROOMS!

Course Details

• Start/Finish Location: The course will start and finish at the big picnic shelter by the lake parking lot.
• Terrain: There will be a short section of gravel road but the 4ish mile loop, 8ish mile lollipop, and 50K/25K laps will be mostly beautiful single and double track.
• Features: The curvy trails include significant elevation change, bridges, and views of the river and lake.
• Course Marking: All courses will be marked and all runs will be timed.

Parking Information

Everyone will park in the large lot by the lake.

Event Schedule

• 50k/25k Start Time: 9:00a check in 8:00a to 8:45a
• Other Distances Start Time: 9:30a check in 8:15a to 9:15a

Hike Information

Kids 5 and under can participate in the hike for free as long as they are accompanied by a registered guardian.

Registration Information

Online registration ends March 19th.

Finish Line Amenities

As always we will have delicious cookies and a small meal waiting at the finish line! (gluten free and plant based of course)

Awards

Also stick around for awards and mouth running!

Race Link

For more information, visit Cliffs Of The Neuse Trail Run & Hike.