Trail Running calendar near Nags Head 2026-2027

A coastal trail ultrarun in First Landing State Park, Virginia Beach, with a 60k (two loops) and 30k (one loop) across nine named trails, varied coastal habitats, a ten hour cutoff and three staffed aid stations with a provided collapsible..

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of this historic charity race through the Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve. Run a 5K on gravel roads or enjoy a 1 mile walk to support local community initiatives in the Outer Banks.

Experience cross country racing at Bells Mill Park with 5K and 1.5 mile events featuring grass and marshy terrain. Enjoy a post race afterparty with catered lunch boxes and finisher medals for all participants.

Conquer the iconic sand dunes at Jockey's Ridge State Park in this unique 2-mile run/walk. Your effort supports the preservation of the park. All finishers earn a medal and can celebrate at the post-race party.

Muddy Princess Virginia Beach is a women only 5k obstacle mud run at Historic Greenbrier Farms. Join a community focused on empowerment and fun while supporting the fight against breast cancer.

A 12 hour endurance run at Oak Grove Lake Park made up of repeated 1.5 mile unpaved loops. The tree lined, flat course includes lake and forest scenery and is limited to 60 runners with no waitlist.

Test your endurance at Jockey High Ridge State Park by completing a 5k loop every hour for five hours. Run the full 25k solo or pair up with a teammate to tackle this unique coastal loop challenge.

A trail half marathon at First Landing State Park with roots, bridges, sandy sections and about 300 feet of elevation gain. The event includes four aid stations, shirts and finisher beanies, and supports AIDNOW.

Virginia Beast 2026 is a multi day ruck and endurance event in Virginia Beach based out of LFT Gym on 6 to 8 November 2026. Multiple distances are offered and competitors must carry ruck loads of 40, 50, and 80 pounds.

Experience a two loop trail ultramarathon through the scenic First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach. Enjoy a supported 50 km course followed by a post race celebration with pizza and refreshments.

A 200-mile out-and-back run from Sandbridge Beach VA to Cape Hatteras on February 28, 2027, raising funds for veteran suicide prevention. Proceeds go to Awareness N Action and Mission22; 30 in-person spots available.