Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Miler NC
About this race
The Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Mile is a must-run trail race in Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area - Pine Hill Trail Head in North Carolina, designed for runners, ruckers, and hikers looking to opt outside on Black Friday instead of fighting shopping crowds. Held at the scenic Cane Creek Mountains area, this late-morning trail event lets you sleep in, enjoy crisp fall air, and run off your Thanksgiving meal on well-marked single-track trails. Choose between a trail half marathon or trail 7.5 mile, with both run and ruck options available—making this race accessible to first-time trail runners and experienced trail athletes alike.
This North Carolina trail race has quickly become a favorite Thanksgiving weekend tradition. The course features groomed trails, clear signage at every turn, taped-off incorrect paths, and multiple aid stations to keep you fueled. Expect a mix of smooth single-track, moderate roots and rocks, and rolling climbs that provide challenge without being overly technical. Whether this is your first trail race or your goal event for the season, Black Toenail Friday delivers a fun, supportive, and scenic experience—without the stress of early alarms or crowded roads.
Why choose Black Toenail Friday- Trail half marathon and trail 7.5 mile options
- Run, ruck, or hike categories available
- Late morning start so you can sleep in after Thanksgiving
- A perfect way to opt outside on Black Friday
- Ideal race to run off your Thanksgiving meal
- Clearly marked course with signs, tape, and blocked wrong turns
- Well-maintained single-track trails in Snow Camp, North Carolina
- Multiple aid stations throughout the course
- Suitable for beginners and experienced trail runners
- Custom race swag
- Custom finisher medal, part of the North Carolina Trail Mega Medal Series
- A relaxed, community-focused race atmosphere
- A smart way to avoid black toenails with thoughtful course design and spacing
If you’re searching for a Black Friday trail race in North Carolina, a trail half marathon near Snow Camp, or a Thanksgiving weekend race with ruck options, the Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Mile belongs on your calendar. Skip the stores, hit the trails, and start a new holiday tradition outdoors.
Pick your distance
Trail running
Half Marathon
Half Marathon - Ruck
Ruckers are hiking with a weighted ruck sack or weight plate carrier and will be weighed prior to the race. Ruckers Under 150 lbs must have a backpack with 20 lbs Ruckers Over 150 Lbs must have a backpack with 30 lbs
Half Marathon - Economy Package
Choose this option if you still want a fantastic race experience, but don't want the race shirt or finisher's medal. Save a few dollars and some space in your closet!
7.5 Mile
7.5 Mile - Ruck
Ruckers are hiking with a weighted ruck sack or weight plate carrier and will be weighed prior to the race. Ruckers Under 150 lbs must have a backpack with 20 lbs Ruckers Over 150 Lbs must have a backpack with 30 lbs
7.5 Mile - Economy Package
Choose this option if you still want a fantastic race experience, but don't want the race shirt or finisher's medal. Save a few dollars and some space in your closet!
Running
Virtual Half Marathon
Want to complete the whole Mega Medal, but you’re going to miss one of the races? Select the Virtual Race option and complete the race distance on your own time. Upload your finish time by race day and we will have your race packet (shirt and medal) available after race day!
Virtual 7.5 Mile
Want to complete the whole Mega Medal, but you’re going to miss one of the races? Select the Virtual Race option and complete the race distance on your own time. Upload your finish time by race day and we will have your race packet (shirt and medal) available after race day!
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Snow Camp, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:05 AM and sets at 5:04 PM local time (EST) in Snow Camp on November 27, 2026 — 9h 58m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 2 Snow Camp events
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