Trail Running calendar near Bedford 2025-2026

We have found 30 Trailruns within 80 miles of Bedford. See below where and when you can find the races.

The Great Eastern Endurance Run returns to Sherando Lake on November 1, 2025 after a 15 year hiatus. Choose 40 mile, 20 mile or 10 mile routes over technical singletrack, jeep roads and ridgelines for a true Blue Ridge mountain challenge.

The Ultra Race Of Champions will take place in Lyndhurst on Saturday 1 November 2025. You can run between 13 and 50 kilometers.

Tackle rugged mountain trails in Montebello, VA with 100K, 50 Miler and 50K options across single track, dirt and gravel in the National Forest. Enjoy aid stations, a pre race briefing and a finishers meal after a scenic but demanding cours..

Run the new cross country trail at Walnut Creek Park with rocky, rooty climbs and scenic fall views in 5k or 10k on November 2. Chip timing, finisher medals and tech shirts, with proceeds benefiting Rikki's Refuge.

Run the Valley View Mike Donahue Memorial 5 Miler at Hydaway Outdoor Center in Lynchburg for scenic single track and mountain road trails. A virtual option lets you join the Fall Liberty Mountain Trail Series from anywhere.

Take on The Hybrid 8K in Danville at Anglers Park, a scenic mix of trail and road that winds along the Riverwalk. Run solo or join a four person team and celebrate at a friendly post race gathering back at the park.

Celebrate Thanksgiving in Danville with the DPS Education Foundation Turkey Trot: a scenic 5K run or walk and a free kids fun run along the Riverwalk. Proceeds support Danville Public Schools and offer awards and shirts.

Event overview Races take place at the Green Bank Science Center on the Green Bank Observatory campus. Courses pass fields, wooded single track, and site roads and provide views of observatory telescopes, including the Robert C. Byrd Green..

December 2025

Run the scenic High Bridge Trail in Farmville on December 6 with options from half marathon to a challenging 100k. Flat rail trail, aid stations, finisher awards and a friendly small race vibe for newcomers and ultrarunners.

Run the Freight Train on Saturday December 6 2025 in Farmville Virginia, with distances from half marathon to 100K on a scenic rail trail. Cross the iconic High Bridge twice and earn a handcrafted pottery finisher award.

January 2026

Join Willis River on Jan 4, 2026 at Bear Creek Lake State Park for free 20K, 35K and 50K trail runs. Expect stream crossings, rolling hills and wet, rugged trail on a friendly, casual fat ass style event with shared packaged snacks.

Hit the trails on January 10, 2026 in Palmyra VA for the Burke Creek Barn Burner, offering 5K and 15K trail distances. Enjoy on site coffee, finish line food and awards for a fun community race organized by the CATs.

Test yourself on rocky, rooty trails and waterfalls at Hanging Rock State Park in the HAROC challenge. Choose a technical 50k or 25k with aid stations and scenic views; register by Jan 28 for the Jan 31 race.

February 2026

Take on the Arctic 5k on February 7, 2026 at Hydaway Outdoor Center in Lynchburg VA, a 3.1 mile trail run over single track and forest roads. Part of the Liberty Mountain Trail Series, it features awards, a guaranteed giveaway t shirt for e..

Run scenic trails around Holiday Lake in Appomattox with 10K, 25K and 50K options. Enjoy single track, rolling climbs, frequent aid stations, cozy camp lodging, finishers gear and a communal post race lunch.

Run scenic piedmont trails at Bear Creek Lake State Park on Sunday Feb 22, 2026. Choose the 10 mile loop or the 4.2 mile Mini Trail Run and enjoy in person options or a virtual 10 mile for a friendly day on the trails.

Test yourself at Grit & Grace Trail Race at Camp GuilRock in Reidsville NC on Saturday February 28 2026 with a 12 hour trail challenge or a 6 hour ruck on a scenic 3 mile loop. Camping, a firepit and a stocked aid station will keep you fuel..

March 2026

Test your limits at the Crooked Road 24 Hour Ultra in Rocky Mount, Virginia, a scenic, mostly flat loop along the Pigg River with solo and relay options. Enjoy on site camping, stocked aid stations, and awards including a marathon medal and..

Tackle rugged singletrack in the Blue Ridge at Bel Monte Endurance Races on March 14, 2026 in Lyndhurst, Virginia. Pick 50 Mile, 50K or 25K and earn sweeping views and big climbs on classic mountain trails.

Run a scenic 3.42 mile loop at Twin Lakes State Park with options from 10 miles to 48 hour solos and relays. Primitive camping, a staffed aid station, and awards like a 100 mile belt buckle create a festive endurance weekend.