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Triple Lakes Trail Race

Triple Lakes Trail Race

Triple Lakes Trail Race offers 20 years of North Carolina trail running excellence around three scenic lakes.

Race Date

Oct 24, 2026

Location

Greensboro, NC

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Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
Greensboro, North Carolina
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 13.1 Miles, 26.2 Miles, 40 Miles, Pacer
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
2,808

Highlights

Good For

Beginner FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local CommunityWell OrganizedWell Supported

Course

Well MarkedShaded

The Experience

The Triple Lakes Trail Race, a North Carolina institution since 2008, has celebrated two decades of challenging and scenic trail running. This event, now in its 18th edition, draws participants from around 17 states, with a loyal 22% repeat-runner rate.

Runners navigate the picturesque watershed trails surrounding Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend, and Lake Jeanette within Greensboro's Bur-Mil Park. The course is known for being exceptionally well-marked and supported by generous aid stations, making it accessible for various skill levels, from first-time trail runners to seasoned ultra athletes. With typical fall temperatures between 48–69°F, it offers a comfortable racing environment.

The race provides a strong sense of community and offers multiple distances, including a half marathon, marathon, and 40-mile ultra, catering to a wide range of running ambitions. The median finisher count hovers around 370, reflecting its established place in the trail running calendar.

Race-provided description

Celebrating 20 years of racing, the Triple Lakes Trail Race is one of the most iconic and established trail races in North Carolina. Held each fall in Greensboro, this premier trail racing event is centered around Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend, and Lake Jeanette, taking runners through miles of scenic watershed trails at Bur-Mil Park. With distance options including a Half Marathon, Marathon, and 40-Mile Ultra, plus relay options, Triple Lakes offers an unforgettable experience for trail runners of all levels. The course is extremely well marked, well aided, and features very generous cutoffs, making it an ideal race for first-time trail racers, marathoners stepping up in distance, and seasoned ultra runners alike. This race is part of the North Carolina Trail Mega Medal Series! Race Distances Half Marathon (trail run)Marathon (individual or relay)40-Mile Ultra (individual or relay) Highlights of Triple Lakes Trail Race 20 years of proven excellence in North Carolina trail racingScenic watershed trails winding around Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend, and Lake JeanetteExtremely well-marked course, allowing runners to focus on racing, not navigationWell-stocked aid stations positioned throughout the courseVery generous cutoffs, supporting a wide range of paces and experience levelsUltra and relay options, perfect for those chasing big miles or sharing the challenge with teammatesIdeal progression race, from half marathon to marathon to ultra distanceStrong trail community atmosphere, with experienced volunteers and enthusiastic supportPost-race celebration, making the finish line just as memorable as the miles leading to itUnique finisher medal, which is part of the Trivium Trail Mega Medal Series A racing option for all levels Whether you are tackling your first trail half marathon, stepping up to a trail marathon, or taking on the challenge of a 40-mile ultra, the Triple Lakes Trail Race is designed to help you succeed. Relay options make the marathon and 40-mile distances accessible for teams, while the course layout and support make this race both challenging and achievable. If you’re looking for a North Carolina trail race with history, community, outstanding organization, and unforgettable scenery, the Triple Lakes Trail Race delivers year after year.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Start Time

8:30 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt-(Shirts are gender specific size)

Start Location

Bur Mil Park, Greensboro, NC, 27410

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Lake River, Park

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

13.1 Miles26.2 Miles40 MilesPacer

Quality Score

Standout69
Methodology
Heritage20/20

18 years running

Size13/15

~370 finishers a year

Momentum0/5

shrinking

Loyalty20/20

22% returning runners

Course & details3/15

6 timing sources

National draw7/10

runners from 17 states

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:30:26

Weather5/10

typical high 69°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

48°

Afternoon (High)

69°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.0"

Precipitation

10 mph

Wind

65%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 2,808 finishers actually crossed the line across 18 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

2,808

Median time

2:43:41

Latest turnout

192

States

39

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:25p50 median ≈ 2:259:40

Turnout by year

20182025

'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Triple Lakes Trail Race?

The Triple Lakes Trail Race is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.

Where does the Triple Lakes Trail Race take place?

It takes place in Greensboro, North Carolina.

What distances does the Triple Lakes Trail Race offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 13.1 Miles, 26.2 Miles, 40 Miles, Pacer.

Is the Triple Lakes Trail Race course flat and good for a PR?

The Triple Lakes Trail Race is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Triple Lakes Trail Race?

HalfRuns has finish records for 2,808 runners who have completed the Triple Lakes Trail Race.

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