Zen Squirrel Trail Run
- Date
- May 16, 2026
- Distance
- 2 Mile · 5 Mile · 10 Mile
From the Organizer
The 7th Annual Zen Squirrel Trail Run is where it all started for Roadless Races in 2019, and it's BACK! Offering 2 mile, 5 mile, and 10 mile distance options, this race brings together trail runners for fun, challenge, and healthy competition. Runners will be treated to some awesome courses that include a mixture of smooth and flowing dirt trails, rock and root strewn single-track, and challenging hill climbs. After finishing the race, enjoy post-race food, great music, a free kids race, and an awards ceremony with fun contests and lots of giveaways.
Sprawling over 900 acres and located on the south side of Chapel Hill, NC, Briar Chapel is a green community that boasts a vast network of forested hiking and mountain biking trails. In addition to 20+ miles of fantastic trails at Briar Chapel, centrally located Great Meadow Park, with its beautiful lawn, stage, and pavilion, offers a perfect setting area to start and finish a race.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Zen Squirrel Trail Run?
- Zen Squirrel Trail Run is a running event held in Chapel Hill, NC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Zen Squirrel Trail Run?
- Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Chapel Hill, NC at 161 Salt Cedar Lane, Chapel Hill, NC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Zen Squirrel Trail Run?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Zen Squirrel Trail Run
May 16, 2026