Trail Running calendar near Knoxville 2025-2026

The Kellie Thompson Shiley 5k and Family Fun Run is an annual event held at the Terrapin Nature Trail in Stevensville, Maryland, on the scenic Eastern Shore. It features a 5K trail run/walk and a 1-mile fun run for children aged 10 and under. The race honors Kellie Thompson Shiley’s competitive spir..

Mountain Creek Mayhem takes place at Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Gardners, PA, within Michaux State Forest in the northern Appalachians. The event offers 50K, 20-Miler, and Half Marathon distances, featuring flowy single-track, ridgelines, rocky descents, and sweeping views. Elevation gains run..

The Brandy Station Battlefield 10k is a trail running event held at Brandy Station Battlefield in Virginia. The course combines cross country terrain with gravel dirt roads, featuring slight elevation gains but no major climbs. Runners can choose between 5k and 10k distances, with the 10k route bein..

River's Edge Endurance Challenge is a nonprofit running event held at Brunswick Middle School, Maryland. The lineup includes a 5K (3.1 miles), a 3-Hour Endurance Race, and a 6-Hour Endurance Challenge. The largely trail-based course runs on the River's Edge Trail System, with about a mile on school..

THE Conestoga Trail Run - 10 Tough Miles is a rugged trail race held in Holtwood, Pennsylvania, along Kelly's Run and the Conestoga Trail. The 10-mile course combines rocky, hilly terrain with several stream crossings, offering scenic hilltop views of the Susquehanna River and Mountain Laurel. Runne..

Run to the Taproom - Creekside Farm Brewery 5K & 8K takes place at Creekside Farm Brewery in King George, Virginia. The event offers scenic 5K and 8K courses on a well-maintained dirt trail through a 1,000-acre farm bordering the Rappahannock River. It is chip-timed with awards for Top 3 Overall and..

Hauser Hill Spiked Apple 5k takes place in Biglerville, Pennsylvania at the Hauser Hill Event Center, a 172-acre ridge-top venue in apple country. The chip-timed 5K Run/Walk starts and finishes at the winery on a cross-country course with uneven footing and gentle inclines, offering vineyard views a..

Quantico 24-Hour Walk, Run & Relay for Charity is held in Quantico, Virginia, benefiting Semper Fi & America's Fund, which supports wounded service members and military families. The event invites walkers, runners, and relay teams to cover mileage by doing laps or jogging several miles, with team an..

The Fall Harvest 5k is a scenic trail race held at Claude Moore Park in Sterling, Virginia. Set amidst the vibrant colors of autumn, the course features forest paths and leaf-covered trails, offering a picturesque experience for both runners and walkers. This event is part of the Run Your PRCS Parks..

Howlin' Coyote Canicross Trail Race, held in King George, Virginia (11617 Caledon Rd), offers two canicross options: a 10K Canicross and a 1-mile Wild Pup. This dog-friendly, non-profit event is part of the Friends of Caledon State Park series and supports natural resources and educational programmi..

The Full Distance 10k is a scenic trail running event held at Locust Shade Park in Triangle, Virginia. The course features a mix of trails and pavement, with about 40% paved and some hills, consisting of four loops for the 10k distance. This chip-timed race welcomes both runners and walkers and is p..

The Trails 4 Miles is an annual trail running event held at Sherando Park in Stephens City, Virginia. The main race is a challenging 4-mile course featuring mixed surfaces, including paved paths and wooded trails through the scenic Sherando Park Mountain Bike Trails. Runners experience beautiful fal..

MoCo Dems 5K Fall FunRun is a 5K run/walk at Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood, MD. Organized by the Montgomery County District 15 Democratic Caucus, it offers a 5K for adults, a Youth 5K, and a free option for youth 10 and under. The course is a natural trail through the park, with water st..

Rocky Gap 25K, 50K, Relay Trail Run takes place at Rocky Gap State Park in Flintstone, Maryland. The race features three scenic loops—Loop A (Rocky Trail, 6.5 miles), Loop B (Canyon Overlook, 4.4 miles), Loop C (Lakeside Loop, 5.2 miles). The 25K covers A–B–C once (about 16 miles); the 50K covers al..

The Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run & Ultra Challenge takes place at Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm in Mount Airy, Maryland. In its 13th year, the event offers three ways to test endurance: a single 5-mile trail loop, a 4-hour challenge, and an 8-hour ultra challenge. The hilly course..

Boulder Dash at Pinesburg Quarry is a running event hosted by Martin Marietta in Williamsport, Maryland. It offers a 5 Mile Challenge, a Family Friendly 5K, and a 1 Mile Fun Run for all levels. The 1 Mile Fun Run and 5K travel on rolling roads and packed gravel around the quarry; the 5 Mile goes int..

The Wilderness Run 10k is a scenic cross-country trail race held at Wilderness Run Vineyard in Spotsylvania, Virginia, situated on historic Civil War battlefields. The course features rolling hills, with the 10k consisting of two laps of the 5k out-and-back route. Participants enjoy a vibrant atmosp..

The Westover 5k & 10k takes place on October 18, 2025, at Bon Air Gardens in Arlington, VA. Distances offered: 5k 10k The event awards points toward the Year-Long 5k, 10k, and Back of the Pack Series, and toward the Fall Series. A virtual run option is available. Walkers and strollers are wel..

Located in Bel Air, MD (Ma and Pa Heritage Trailhead), The Husky Run 5K is a community-focused running event along the scenic Ma and Pa Trail. The 5K is designed for all levels—perfect for beginners, comeback runners, and everyone in between—offering a Sofa to 5K Walk & Run. Participants can expect..

EX2 Adventures hosts the Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston, Virginia. The event offers 5-mile and 10-mile trail options on a mostly singletrack course with a short prologue and minimal pavement, featuring views of Lake Fairfax, challenging rocks and roots, and a few short c..