The Race Radar

Deerfly Trail Race

Fayetteville, North Carolina
Deerfly Trail Race official race logo - running event in Fayetteville, North Carolina
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
Fayetteville, North Carolina
PRICE:
Free
DISTANCES:
4 Events: 6.8 Miles, 4.01 Miles, 4.01 Miles, 6.8 Miles

About Deerfly Trail Race

WHAT
The Best Fayetteville trail race is back for it's sixth year! 
The trail race that you all loved last year will be putting you out in the woods once again! Come on out and get year SIX shirts and coins. Each year is a unique specially designed race logo featuring our friends, the Deerfly. They've missed you!  

Who will wear the crowns this year?!👸🤴 Cash awards for course records!!!

The race will max out at 200 runners so you should register asap! Our sole sponsor is Heckler Brewing Company so be sure to come to packet pickup and enjoy some great fellowship on Friday night Oct 16.


DATE
Saturday, October 17, 2026


LOCATION
Carvers Creek State Park - Sandhills Access
995 McCloskey Road
Fayetteville, NC 28311


DISTANCES OFFERED
11K - Timed
6K - Timed
11k Dog - Timed
6k Dog - Timed


HOW TO REGISTER
Register by clicking on the Sign Up button to the upper right.
**Space is limited.  The race will only take 200 participants.


PARKING
Carvers Creek Access offers onsite parking.

 

 

Deerfly Trail RaceWHATThe Best Fayetteville trail race is back for it's sixth year! The trail race that you all loved last year will be putting you out in the woods once again! Come on out and get year SIX shirts and coins. Each year is a unique specially designed race logo featuring our friends, the Deerfly. They've missed you!   Who will wear the crowns this year?!👸🤴 Cash awards for course records!!! The race will max out at 200 runners so you should register asap! Our sole sponsor is Heckler Brewing Company so be sure to come to packet pickup and enjoy some great fellowship on Friday night Oct 16. DATESaturday, October 17, 2026 LOCATIONCarvers Creek State Park - Sandhills Access995 McCloskey RoadFayetteville, NC 28311 DISTANCES OFFERED11K - Timed 6K - Timed 11k Dog - Timed 6k Dog - Timed HOW TO REGISTERRegister by clicking on the Sign Up button to the upper right.**Space is limited.  The race will only take 200 participants. PARKINGCarvers Creek Access offers onsite parking.    
Fayetteville, NC

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 4 race distances available for Deerfly Trail Race in Fayetteville, NC. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

11K

6.8 Miles
Distance
6.8 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Frequently Asked Questions about 11K

How long is the 11K?
The 11K covers 6.8 Miles.
What time does the 11K start?
The 11K starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 11K?
Registration for the 11K costs $0.00.
Where is the 11K located?
The 11K takes place in Fayetteville, NC.

6K

4.01 Miles
Distance
4.01 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Deerfly Trail Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 6K

How long is the 6K?
The 6K covers 4.01 Miles.
What time does the 6K start?
The 6K starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 6K?
Registration for the 6K costs $0.00.
Where is the 6K located?
The 6K takes place in Fayetteville, NC.

Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only)

4.01 Miles
Distance
4.01 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Deerfly Trail Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only)

How long is the Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only)?
The Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only) covers 4.01 Miles.
What time does the Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only) start?
The Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only) starts at 8:05:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only)?
Registration for the Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only) costs $0.00.
Where is the Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only) located?
The Lil Pup 6k (Dogs only) takes place in Fayetteville, NC.

Big Dog 11K (Dogs only)

6.8 Miles
Distance
6.8 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Deerfly Trail Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Big Dog 11K (Dogs only)

How long is the Big Dog 11K (Dogs only)?
The Big Dog 11K (Dogs only) covers 6.8 Miles.
What time does the Big Dog 11K (Dogs only) start?
The Big Dog 11K (Dogs only) starts at 8:05:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Big Dog 11K (Dogs only)?
Registration for the Big Dog 11K (Dogs only) costs $0.00.
Where is the Big Dog 11K (Dogs only) located?
The Big Dog 11K (Dogs only) takes place in Fayetteville, NC.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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