Bentonville
Trail Running Calendar near Bentonville 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Bentonville for 2026-2027! We've gathered 18 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Trail event at Sherando Park in Stephens City, VA offering a timed 4-mile mixed-surface race and an untimed 1-mile out-and-back on the paved path, supporting I'm Just Me Movement.
A 33.3 mile loop in George Washington National Forest with a Big Schloss ascent, three aid stations, and a Trout Pond finish; entry is closed.
October 2026
A 110-mile Massanutten trail ultramarathon with 22,300 feet of elevation, a 48-hour limit, required second half crew support, limited course markings, and no medical coverage on course.
A community day at John Paul the Great Montessori Academy featuring a 2 mile obstacle trail run, a 2 mile no obstacles run, a 1 mile kids obstacle and family activities.
Evenstar Ultras is a timed trail event at Shenandoah River State Park with 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour options on a 3.48 mile loop. Frequent returns to the main aid station reduce the need to carry heavy gear.
A cross country 5K at Verdun Adventure Bound in Rixeyville with proceeds supporting recovery programs and on-site family activities and awards.
November 2026
A 5K and a 1 mile kids fun run at Clarke County Parks and Rec in Berryville on November 14, featuring trail and roadway courses, awards, chip timing and a food drive.
Thanksgiving Day event in Stephens City VA featuring a 5K plus kids fun runs and a Tot Trot with set registration windows and no race day registration.
An annual Thanksgiving-weekend VHTRC group run: a scenic 25.3-mile, 5,800-foot loop in Shenandoah National Park visiting Whiteoak Canyon, Hawksbill, Skyland, and Stony Man.
December 2026
A minimally marked 40.3 mile loop through the Massanutten Mountains that passes historic furnace ruins about halfway. The course has three aid stations, 6500 feet of climbing, and requires self navigation and self support.
January 2027
A supported point to point mountain training run of 32 miles that follows much of the first third of the MMT 100, with two aid stations, required car shuttle, limited club support, and recommended GPX and turnsheet navigation.
February 2027
A winery event on February 6, 2027 featuring a three-lap 5K over gravel, grass and hills, plus adult and kids 1 mile options with medals and awards.
March 2027
The Elizabeth Furnace 50 km is a technical mountain trail race in the Massanutten range covering 30.5 miles and about 6,400 feet of ascent. Aid is limited with staffed stations near 10 and 22 miles so runners must carry personal supplies.
May 2027
Shenandoah Sky in Bentonville, Virginia on May 15, 2027 offers a Mountain 25K with 1700+ feet of climbing, an 8 Mile trail race, and an untimed 8 Mile hike through river, valley, and forest single track.
Massanutten Mountain Trails 100 is a 100 mile trail ultramarathon in Virginia’s Massanutten Mountains with over 18,000 ft of ascent and a 36 hour cutoff.
July 2027
A 29.75-mile trail ultramarathon in the southern Massanutten range with 5,700 ft of elevation change, six aid stations, and a mix of rocky climbs, woods, and dirt roads.