Zen Squirrel Trail Run
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Chapel Hill, North Carolina
- Price $48.95 - $70.15
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at the 7th Annual Zen Squirrel Trail Run on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the picturesque Briar Chapel, located on the south side of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This vibrant event welcomes runners of all abilities to choose from three exciting distances: 2 miles, 5 miles, and 10 miles. Participants will navigate a stunning landscape featuring a mix of smooth dirt trails, challenging single-track paths, and invigorating hill climbs, making it a perfect blend of fun and competition.
After crossing the finish line, join in on the festivities with delicious post-race food, lively music, and a free kids race that promises to entertain the whole family. Be sure to stick around for the awards ceremony, where exciting contests and generous giveaways await! With over 900 acres to explore, Briar Chapel not only offers fantastic trails but also the beautiful Great Meadow Park, providing a charming environment to kick off and conclude this unforgettable race day. Don't miss out on this fantastic celebration of health, community, and the great outdoors!
After crossing the finish line, join in on the festivities with delicious post-race food, lively music, and a free kids race that promises to entertain the whole family. Be sure to stick around for the awards ceremony, where exciting contests and generous giveaways await! With over 900 acres to explore, Briar Chapel not only offers fantastic trails but also the beautiful Great Meadow Park, providing a charming environment to kick off and conclude this unforgettable race day. Don't miss out on this fantastic celebration of health, community, and the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
RACE DAY INFO FOR SATURDAY [https://runsignup.com/em/3722155/110b588357ae78a59a086f59e10a3c7c6e02a495b2ddaa1a7c06e4e887d85b0a] (RACE DAY INFO EMAIL SENT TO REGISTERED RACERS ON MAY 12)
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.
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.
Races
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2 Mile
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
$48.95
CLOSED -
5 Mile
Incl. $4.55 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$59.55
CLOSED -
10 Mile
Incl. $5.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$70.15
CLOSED
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161 Salt Cedar Lane, Chapel Hill, 27516, NC, United States
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