Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike
Goose Creek Trail Run offers a scenic Eastern Carolina trail experience with boardwalks and Spanish moss.
Race Date
Nov 14, 2026
Location
Washington, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Location
- Washington, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 31 Miles
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 94
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike invites participants to explore the natural beauty of a North Carolina State Park, featuring beginner-friendly trails adorned with boardwalks and Spanish moss. This event, now in its second year, offers a variety of distances including a 10K, Half Marathon, and 50K, with the Half Marathon course adjusted this year to ensure accurate distance for Strava enthusiasts.
Runners can expect a barely rolling terrain that lends itself to personal bests, with the start and finish located near the river beach access. While trail distances may vary slightly, the event aims to provide a rewarding experience for all. With an average of ~56 finishers recently, drawing participants from about 6 states, Goose Creek is cultivating a loyal following, with approximately 14% of runners returning for subsequent editions.
Race-provided description
We can't wait to share this beautiful NC State Park with you! Get ready to add a new Eastern Carolina trail event to your fall calendar! These beginner friendly trails are highlighted with boardwalks and Spanish Moss. The barely rolling terrain allows for PR's in every distance. This event will feature a 10K Hike, 10K Race, Half Marathon Race, and a 50K Race! All races will be timed and all finishers who sign up in time will earn a sustainable wood medal. Trail distances are not exact. Our 10K is a little long and our Half has been a little short on most watches. This year the Half will have a short out and back to make sure everyone gets the distance. (Wouldn't want to mess up anyone's Strava goals) The Start/Finish is at the back of the park near the river beach access. Check in/cash only sign up(limited spots available) is as follows: 50k 8:00 am to 8:45 am (starts at 9:) Hike, 10k, Half 8:15 am to 9:15 am (starts at 9:30) No early packet pickup but feel free to message if you have any questions.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Start Time
9:30 AM
Start Location
2190 Camp Leach Rd, Washington, NC, 27889
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Park, Forest
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick462 years running
~47 finishers a year
small race — neutral
14% returning runners
4 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 6 states
winner 1:29:09
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
52°
Afternoon (High)
70°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
73%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 94 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
94
Median time
2:22:27
Latest turnout
56
States
7
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike?
The Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike is held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM.
Where does the Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike take place?
It takes place in Washington, North Carolina.
What distances does the Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 31 Miles.
Is the Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike course flat and good for a PR?
The Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike is a rolling hills, out & back course.
How many people run the Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike?
HalfRuns has finish records for 94 runners who have completed the Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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