Black Toenail Friday NC

Black Toenail Friday NC Run off the indulgent meal by racing the Black Toenail Friday race the Friday after Thanksgiving! Make this race more fun

This race offers a half marathon or 7.5 mile distance on the trails at the Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area - Pine Hill Trail Head.

12/17/2025

🌲 2026 trail series finisher medals REVEAL!

We’re gearing up for another exciting year of trail racing with the North Carolina Trail Mega Medal Series—and 2026 brings a big addition with Black Toenail Friday joining the lineup!

Race all FIVE events in the series to earn each finisher medal, which connects to form an unforgettable Mega Medal by season’s end. It’s the perfect way to set big goals and stay motivated all year long.

2026 Trail Mega Medal Series Races:
🥶 Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Half Marathon & 5 Mile – Saturday, January 17
🌲 Northern Trails Trail Race – Saturday, March 7
🦉 Owls Roost Rumble – Saturday, April 25
🐉 Triple Lakes Trail Race – Saturday, October 24
🦶 Black Toenail Friday – Friday, November 27

Ready to commit to an epic trail season? Check out all the details and start planning your 2026 racing goals today!

https://triviumracing.com/north-carolina-trail-mega-medal-series/

Psst... don’t forget, you can buy the Trail Series Pass through midnight on December 31st!

https://bit.ly/NCSeriesPass

🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN! 🎉Sign up today for the 2026 Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Mile Race, happening Th...
12/08/2025

🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN! 🎉

Sign up today for the 2026 Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Mile Race, happening Thursday, November 27, 2026! 🍂👣

Join us at the stunning Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area – Pine Hill Trail Head in Snow Camp, NC, for a Black Friday tradition unlike any other. Trade shopping lines for single-track trails, crisp fall air, and a morning of adventure with fellow runners, ruckers, and hikers. 🌲

Choose your challenge:
🏃‍♀️ Half Marathon
🏃‍♂️ 7.5 Mile
🎒 Run, Ruck, or Hike—your choice!

What to look forward to in 2026:
✨ Beautiful, well-marked trails
✨ Late morning start—sleep in after Thanksgiving!
✨ Custom long-sleeve race shirt
✨ Optional cozy hoodie upgrade
✨ One-of-a-kind finisher medal
✨ A growing Black Friday trail tradition

Tag your trail buddies and start planning your 2026 holiday weekend!

👉 Register now for the best pricing!
https://bit.ly/BlackToenailFridayNC

📅 Save the Date for 2026!The 2026 Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Miler is set for Thursday, November 27, 2026!...
12/04/2025

📅 Save the Date for 2026!

The 2026 Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Miler is set for Thursday, November 27, 2026! 🍂👣

🎉 Registration opens next Monday, December 8th!

Tag a friend, start planning your holiday festivities, and get ready to trade shopping carts for trail miles next Black Friday. 🌲🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

🏆 Race Day Club Competition ResultsThe last race of the series was this past Friday at the Black Toenail Friday Half Mar...
12/03/2025

🏆 Race Day Club Competition Results

The last race of the series was this past Friday at the Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Mile race.

Race Day Club Standings
🥇 Fleet Feet Rock Runners | Took first with 1268 points
🥈 Gate City Athletics | Claimed second place with 172 points
🥉 Shark Bait | Finished not far behind GCA with 159 points

Club Cup Standings for 2025
🥇 Gate City Athletics is in first place with 7725 points
🥈 High Point Athletic Club takes second place with 6850 points
🥉 Triad Triathlon Team takes on third place with 5475 points

🌟At the Black Toenail Friday race, there were 15 teams, 3 of which are new to the Club Competition!

Asheboro Ruck Club
Elizabeth’s Crew
Wolves in the Run


🏆 What a season for the Club Cup Competition!

From the chilly start at Whiskey Tango Foxtrot on January 18th to the grand finale at Black Toenail Friday on November 28th, this year’s Club Cup Competition has been nothing short of incredible. Thank you to every club, athlete, and supporter who brought energy, teamwork, and excitement to the series!

Series Highlights:
✨19 races were included in this year’s competition
✨Multisport races were added, giving clubs even more ways to earn points
✨Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock joined the lineup as a new points-earning opportunity
✨New races made their debut in the series—and they offered DOUBLE POINTS:
☀️ 🌕 Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem
👣 Black Toenail Friday
✨ of 244 teams earned points throughout the season

📊 Points Fun Facts:
7 teams earned more than 2,000 points—a sign of fierce and fun competition all year long!

Stay tuned—award details are coming soon. What a season it has been! 🥇🙌

🎉 Congrats to Cora – our photo contest winner! 📸Her mom created a Reel that captured the fun Cora had on race day!Thank ...
12/03/2025

🎉 Congrats to Cora – our photo contest winner! 📸

Her mom created a Reel that captured the fun Cora had on race day!

Thank you to everyone who entered our photo contest! We loved seeing your incredible shots from race day - capturing the excitement of this new trail race.

💡 Reminder: Anyone who tagged on social media was automatically entered into our free race entry raffle. The winner was chosen using a random number generator—thank you all for sharing your memories and trail stories!

A huge thank you to all the volunteers who gave their time on Black Friday to make the inaugural Black Toenail Friday Ra...
12/02/2025

A huge thank you to all the volunteers who gave their time on Black Friday to make the inaugural Black Toenail Friday Race such a success! 🙌🍂

Your energy, support, and dedication helped create a smooth, safe, and unforgettable experience for every runner and rucker on the trails. We couldn’t have done it without you! 🌲👣

🎉 Thank you for racing the Black Toenail Friday race!What fun way to start Black Friday, out on the trails! The weather ...
12/01/2025

🎉 Thank you for racing the Black Toenail Friday race!

What fun way to start Black Friday, out on the trails! The weather was a bit chilly - but sunny! 🌤️
But that didn't stop all of you from racing this inaugural race with friends and family! 👯‍♂️Don't forget to show off your finisher medal proudly 🏅

Race photos are now available! 📸
Relive your race, download your favorites, and share those finish-line smiles.

https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/NC/SnowCamp/Blacktoenail?raceEventDaysId=332968

Thanks for being part of an amazing race day. We’re already proud of you! 🙌

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Don't forget to add to your photos to be entered into our photo contest!

Congrats to these top finishers!!It was a beautiful morning for racing on a Friday!!On a Friday?!? Yep!! The inaugural ...
11/28/2025

Congrats to these top finishers!!

It was a beautiful morning for racing on a Friday!!
On a Friday?!? Yep!! The inaugural kicked off today 👣

Enter our Black Toenail Friday race photo contest for a free entry into the 2026 race or the 2026 Whiskey Tango Foxtrot ...
11/28/2025

Enter our Black Toenail Friday race photo contest for a free entry into the 2026 race or the 2026 Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Half Marathon & 5 Mile on Saturday, January 17th.

⏰ Post your race photos on Facebook
👣 Tag & follow Black Toenail Friday NC on Facebook
🏷 Tag

When you follow these steps, you'll automatically be entered into the raffle. We'll announce a random winner this week!

Enter using photos from race day: action shots, you wearing your finisher medal, your post race celebration, and your club/team!

Volunteers are eligible too!

🎉 Race Day Is HERE! 🎉It’s time to and hit the trails with friends, family, and fellow trail lovers! 🌲👣Whether you're r...
11/28/2025

🎉 Race Day Is HERE! 🎉

It’s time to and hit the trails with friends, family, and fellow trail lovers! 🌲👣

Whether you're running, rucking, or hiking the Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Miler, today is all about fresh air, fall colors, and starting a brand-new Black Friday tradition. 🍂✨

Have an amazing morning out there—let’s make this inaugural race unforgettable! 🙌

🎉 Race Day is TOMORROW! 🎉We hope you're as excited as we are for the inaugural Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 ...
11/27/2025

🎉 Race Day is TOMORROW! 🎉

We hope you're as excited as we are for the inaugural Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Miler! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🍂

Be sure to review the full schedule of events and get ready for an amazing morning on the trails. Here are a few important timing reminders to help you plan your arrival:

👣 If walking from Camp Frontier:
Arrive at least ONE HOUR before packet pickup closes to allow enough time to make your way to the race area.

🚌 If riding the shuttle:
Plan to arrive 30–45 minutes before packet pickup closes so you can get to the start area without any rush.

🎒 Bag Check:
Available at the event area for your convenience!

Take a deep breath, lay out your gear, set those alarms, and get ready to for an unforgettable Black Friday on the trails! 🌲✨

See you tomorrow! 👣

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5075 Bass Mountain Road
Snow Camp, NC
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