Trail Running calendar near Thurmont 2025-2026

Run Fire on the Mountain in Green Ridge State Forest near Little Orleans MD on November 2 2025 with 50K and 25K options. Tackle technical singletrack, scenic climbs, aid stations, and a welcoming finish with a finisher premium.

Gulliver's Run on Nov 2, 2025 at Gifford Pinchot State Park offers a scenic 5k trail run and Maisy's March 3.5k walk. Join runners and dogs to celebrate beloved Vizslas and raise funds for canine cancer research and care.

Run the Fall Backyard Burn along the Potomac at Riverbend Park on scenic riverside singletrack with a few short hills. Pick 5 miles or 10 miles and enjoy aid stations, tasty post race food and live music.

Run the 16th annual Rosaryville Veterans Day Trail Race at Rosaryville State Park with 50K and 20K routes through woods and meadows on rolling single track trails. Limited to 250 runners with aid stations and awards.

Run the NIRCA Open 6K at Hershey Parkview Country Course on Saturday, Nov 8, 2025. Open to the public and alumni, this rain or shine community race is a spirited prelude to NIRCA nationals with merch and day of registration.

Trail run through scenic singletrack and open farm fields at Schaeffer Farms with a half marathon, 10K and 5K on Nov 8 in Germantown, MD. Enter in person or virtual, support Interfaith Works and enjoy a finisher medal and after race fare.

Tackle the Bobcat Trail Run, an 11 mile out and back through scenic Catoctin trails at Cunningham State Park on November 8, 2025. Expect rugged singletrack, a steep climb called Bobs Hill, an aid station at the turnaround and a cotton tee.

Tackle 50 miles of scenic single track along Seneca Greenway and Muddy Branch in Montgomery Village, MD. Expect rolling forest terrain, small stream crossings, and a community minded field for an unforgettable trail ultramarathon experience..

Run through the vineyards at Barrel Oak Winery in Delaplane VA on November 15 with 3k and 6k options on a rolling cross country loop. Finishers enjoy a glass of wine, a medal and tech shirt plus chip timing and awards.

Support the Huntingdon County Library on November 15 in Alexandria PA with a family friendly 5K, 2 mile walk or kids sprint on a flat rail trail. Register early for a long sleeve shirt and race goodie bag.

Join the Fall Backyard Burn at Hemlock Overlook for scenic trail running along Bull Run with roots, rocks and stream crossings. Choose 5.2 or 9.5 miles and enjoy aid stations, race swag and a lively finish.

Join Run the Glen Glow Run for a fun evening 5k through Gretna Glen's lit trails with glow sticks, headlamps, and campfire vibes. Finish with s'mores and hot cocoa while supporting Gretna Glen's programs.

Event details The 2025 Herndon Turkey Trot is a cross-country style 5K held on November 22 at the Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon, VA. The race is open to participants age 4 and up. Runners must complete the 5K in 45 mi..

Join the Freeze Your Gizzard 5K or 1 Mile on Nov 22 at Ida Lee Park in Leesburg for a scenic but challenging cross country course and lively community vibe. Pre registered 5K runners receive a long sleeve shirt and the event supports Loudou..

Run forest and meadow singletrack at the Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run at Laurel Hill, staged from the historic Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton VA. Choose one 5.4 mile lap or two laps for 10 miles and enjoy aid stations and post race food.

Hit rugged singletrack at Hex Hollow Half in Glen Rock PA on Nov 23, 2025 with a half marathon or 6.66 mile loop. Early registrants get an anniversary tee and proceeds benefit Olivia's House Grief & Loss.

Run a scenic fall trail through Manassas National Battlefield from The Winery at Bull Run with 5k and 10k options, in person or virtual. Enjoy a postrace glass of wine and a finisher medal while supporting the Manassas Battlefield Trust.

Join the 21st Annual Catonsville High School Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning for a family friendly 1 Mile fun run and a competitive chip timed 5K in Catonsville, Maryland. All proceeds support the CHS cross country program.

Devil Dog Ultras in Prince William Forest Park offers 50K, 100K and 100 mile trail loops on well marked single track and rolling fire roads. Expect staffed aid stations, limited bunkhouse beds and a lively winter ultrarunning weekend.

Trail run at Fountainhead Regional Park around the Occoquan Reservoir with a 4.8 mile loop and a 10.5 mile option. EX2 Adventures provides on course aid, post race food and swag and a kids race supporting Homestretch.