Trail Running Calendar Virginia 2026-2027

A single-track trail race behind Zehmer Hall in Charlottesville covering about 3.1 miles, with steep climbs, technical footing, timing and bibs, and prizes for top finishers.

A night trail event in Prince William Forest Park offering a 50+ mile race made of two laps of a 25+ mile loop, plus 25M and 10M options. Aid stations are placed on course and crews are restricted to the Telegraph Road Pavilion.

A USATF certified trail event in Covington, Virginia featuring a full marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K along the crushed gravel Jackson River Scenic Trail. Finishers receive a commemorative medal and awards for top overall and age group..

A multi-distance trail event in Norton, Virginia, featuring 25k, 50k, 100k, and 100-mile options through High Knob and Jefferson National Forest with substantial elevation gain and finisher buckles for the ultra distances.

A community 5K and 1 mile Fun Run in Warrenton, VA that raises funds for Fauquier Education Farm, a 501(c)(3) that advances agricultural education and donates its harvest to local food banks.

A Backyard Ultra at Loch Lothian in Midlothian, VA where runners repeat a 4.14 mile loop each hour until one remains; the event supports Semper Fi and America's Fund and awards a cash prize plus the Sword of Honor.

A three-race summer trail series at Sandy Bottom Nature Park organized by the Peninsula Track Club, featuring 5K, 4-mile, and 5-mile events plus a full-series entry and awards across age groups and walker categories.

Froggy Mountain stages 50 and 100 mile races on a one mile loop near Galax, VA with about 500 feet of climbing per loop. Aid at the start and finish, basic amenities, and a 60 hour cutoff are provided.

Three nights in the Virginia Highlands with three organized morning trail runs, camping on a mountain property, basic tiny cabins available, limited cell service, GPX routes and professional photos included.

An evening trail event on the High Bridge Trail with 5k, Half Marathon, and 50k courses starting at Camp Paradise; the 50k features multiple aid stations, pacer allowances on the back half, and a course cutoff at Prospect.

A cumulative event pairing Night Train and Freight Train at High Bridge Trail State Park with multiple combined-distance options and a $15 Challenge fee that supports trail maintenance. Finish both distances in the same year to earn a uniqu..

A mud-run fundraiser in King George, VA on June 27, 2026, featuring a 4-mile obstacle course and a 1-mile kids run, organized by the Dahlgren Lions Club with team awards by group size.

Night Owl 9k at Freedom Park in Williamsburg VA is a night trail race over single track, fire road and paved trails with rolling hills and technical sections. Post race activities include pizza, beer and wildlife education.

A 10 miles out-and-back event at Smith Mountain Cooperative Wildlife Management Area in Sandy Level, Virginia on June 27, 2026. Three load options are available: LIGHT 10 pounds, STANDARD 25 pounds, and HEAVY 50 pounds.

BeastLake in Moneta VA on July 4 offers a 3.1 mile obstacle course with 16 obstacles, a 3.1 mile run or walk, and a 1.5 mile family obstacle course with optional water features and food trucks.

Races around the Historic Crab Orchard Museum corn maze in Tazewell VA on July 4, including a five-lap Revolutionary Run approximating 5K and a one-lap aMAZEing Fun Run that allows leashed dogs.

A free 5K fun run on July 4, 2026 organized by Great Falls TrailBlazers. The loop course goes through the woods, meets at the Great Falls Library, is open to all ages and is pet friendly.

A manually timed trail event at Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield, VA, run on a 3.1-mile loop with 10 hour, 5 hour, 2 hour and a one-lap 5k formats; aid station and rucking options are available.

A four mile vineyard run at Fables and Feathers in Goodview, VA on July 11, 2026, offered in-person and virtual. The event features a device free prediction run for prizes, a wine stopper medal, and winery tasting access for finishers.

A 5K and 10K event at Nottoway Park in Vienna, VA on July 11, 2026, with multiple virtual options and tiered entry fees.