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Walking Events Calendar near Mountain City 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Mountain City for 2026-2027! We've gathered 22 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
A moderate 8 Miles hike at Hungry Mother State Park follows lakeside trails with rolling hills. Walkers can use an aid station for snacks and enjoy the park scenery alongside the running races.
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes starting at 355 M.L.K. Jr. St in Boone NC alongside the running races. The course is clear and local with water stations limited to lap ends and the finish and no EMS on site.
Walkers follow a scenic out and back 5K on the Creeper Trail starting at 127 West Imboden Street in Damascus, VA. The route runs through wooded trail surroundings and takes place alongside the running races to benefit rare cancer research.
August 2026
Walkers can take the 5K course that starts and finishes at Johnny Brusco's and stays on The Pinnacle Shopping Center property. The mildly rolling route runs past major shops and Bass Pro Shop and is open to walkers alongside the running races.
Walkers can complete a 5K on an evening course starting and ending at Covered Bridge Park in Elizabethton. The event benefits Main Street Elizabethton and Downtown Elizabethton and uses electronic B tag timing alongside the run.
The event offers walking options of 3.1 Miles, a 1 mile fun route, and a youth 0.5 Miles, all based at the Rotary Shelter at Steele Creek Park. The course is an out and back on the Steele Creek trail around the lake and through the park,..
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes starting at 355 M.L.K. Jr. St, Boone NC. Courses are clearly marked with limited water at lap ends and the finish and minimal race staff, so walkers should plan accordingly.
September 2026
Walkers can complete a 5K on a road course starting at 1203 Harbin Hill Rd in Mountain City TN. The event runs as a run walk and entry includes access to the First Responder Ribfest.
The event offers walkers an untimed hike starting at 962 Mt Jefferson Rd in West Jefferson NC that includes a 1 ish mile road climb and trail loop, covering 5 ish Miles with about 1600 ish feet of ascent. Walkers have a discounted hike option, su..
Walkers can choose the 5K course or the 1 Mile kids route, both starting and finishing at Robbins Pool 173 Lakeside Dr Blowing Rock NC 28605, with views of the Blue Ridge. The route includes a climb up Wonderland Trail Road alongside other Co..
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes starting from 355 M.L.K. Jr. St in Boone, NC. Courses are clear with finisher medals, water limited to the end of each lap and the finish, and minimal staff on site with EMS not stationed t..
Walkers follow a 5 mile circular course starting near Cox's Chapel Community Center in Mouth of Wilson, VA, on paved and dirt roads past creeks, pastures and the New River. The route includes a mix of hills and flat stretches alongside the runnin..
October 2026
Walkers follow the 5K course at Steele Creek Park, starting at Shelter G and using the scenic Lakeside Trail by the lake. The event is veteran centered and supports the Stop Soldiers Suicide charity alongside running participants.
Walkers can use the 5K or 10K routes starting at 355 M.L.K. Jr. St in Boone, NC on clearly marked local roads. Water is limited to lap ends and the finish and EMS is not on site, so walkers should plan for weather and bring supplies.
November 2026
The 5K Fun Walk starts at Entrance No. 2 by BMS South Building, loops the Dragway, enters the stadium and passes the backstretch amid 40 new holiday displays. Registration open through Nov 8; day of available; kids 3 and under free.
Walkers follow the 3.1 Miles course starting at 106 State St, Bristol TN, with strollers and leashed pets welcome. Participants receive free goody bags and breakfast, and pre registered trotters receive a race T shirt and medal.
Walkers can choose 5K or 10K routes starting at 355 M.L.K. Jr. St in Boone on a clear local course alongside the running races. Water is limited to lap ends and the finish, EMS is not on site, so walkers should plan for weather and bring supp..