Bentonville
Trail Running Calendar near Bentonville 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Bentonville for 2026-2027! We've gathered 24 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Scenic races at Shenandoah River State Park offering a half marathon, 10k and two 5k options with chip timing, finisher medal, technical shirt and a virtual option.
A campus 5K on Sept. 19, 2026 to raise funds for a scholarship supporting students in recovery, with online registration and age-group awards.
Trail races on Cedar Mountain include canicross, a dog friendly 5k, a trail run without dogs, and a virtual option, with awards for top finishers and a traditional hunt breakfast.
A 50K trail race at Sherando Park in Stephens City Virginia on September 19 2026, part of the SPEAR summer trail race series.
A trail run of 9.5 miles at Shenandoah River State Park on September 19, 2026, closing the VHTRC All Access summer series on trail skills with a BBQ finish.
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 chip timed event at Three Fox Vineyard featuring a three-lap 5k, a 1 mile option including a kids race, awards, and a virtual race choice.
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.