Trail Running calendar near Big Island 2025-2026

Tackle the Willis River trails at Bear Creek Lake State Park on Jan 4, 2026 with options for 20K, 35K, or 50K. This free trail run offers wet, rolling terrain and a communal vibe; bring a prepackaged food donation to share.

Run the Burke Creek Barn Burner in Palmyra, VA on January 10, 2026 with 5K and 15K trail options in its second year. Enjoy hot drinks, finish line treats with gluten free and vegan choices, and post race awards.

Take on the Frozen Toe 10k in Roanoke VA on January 10, 2026 for a scenic Chestnut Ridge trail and road loop. In person and virtual options available with age group awards and a frosty winter running vibe.

Experience a scenic winter trail in Waiteville West Virginia, winding through creekside farms, meadows and rolling ridges along the Allegheny Trail. Choose the 50k or 20 mile course for rugged singletrack and sweeping views.

Tackle the rugged Forever 5 or 10 Miler on January 31, 2026 in Blue Ridge VA, running the scenic Glenwood Horse Trail's Forever Section. Choose in person or virtual and enjoy a challenging out and back through rocky backcountry terrain.

Join the 13th annual Arctic 5k on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Hydaway Outdoor Center in Lynchburg VA. This 3.1 mile single track course with some forest roads delivers a crisp, fun winter trail run for all abilities.

Run through scenic trails at Walnut Creek Park in North Garden with your choice of a 5k or 10 mile trail race, both featuring wooded single track and lake views. Enjoy race swag and post race refreshments at this rain or shine event.

Trail loops around Holiday Lake in Appomattox offer 10K, 25K and 50K routes with over 2,000 feet of climb and scenic single track. Camp lodging, pre race pizza and a welcoming finish make this a cozy winter race day.

Take on the RRRC Bear Creek trail races in February 2026 at Bear Creek Lake State Park in Cumberland VA. Choose a scenic 10 mile loop, a 4.2 mile mini or a virtual 10 mile and enjoy rolling piedmont single track and friendly club vibes.

Experience scenic single loop trail races through old growth forest at Montvale Park VA on February 28, 2026, choosing 5 miles or 8.4 miles with a creek crossing and pavilion finish. Spots are limited to 225 in person and a virtual option i..

The Naked Creek Trail Race will take place in Earlysville on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run between 10 and 25 kilometers.

Hit the Blue Ridge trails at Bel Monte Endurance Races in Lyndhurst, Virginia on March 14 with 50 mile, 50K and 25K options across mostly single track trails and mountain roads. Expect big climbs, rugged forest terrain and sweeping views.

Take on the Trail Nut 10k or half marathon through twisty wooded single track at Bedford, VA's family park on March 14, 2026. Both in person and virtual options welcome amid playgrounds, fitness trails and frequent wildlife sightings.

Pick your challenge from 10 miles up to 48 hour solo or relay formats on a scenic 3.42 mile loop with rolling terrain and stream crossings. Primitive camping, cupless aid options and a 100 mile belt buckle make this a memorable test of endu..

Hit scenic trails around Terrapin Mountain in Sedalia VA on March 21 2026 with 50k and half marathon options. Enjoy swag including a terrapin mug, full aid stations, free tent camping and a post race meal while supporting local youth.

Tackle a 41 mile trail ultra in the Shenandoah Valley with about 8,000 feet of climbing, waterfalls and dramatic cliff overlooks. Limited to 125 runners, this remote loop offers aid stations and a 13 hour 15 minute cutoff.

Help rebuild the Free Clinic of Central Virginia by joining the Rise and Rebuild 5K in Lynchburg on March 28. Run or walk a scenic out and back on paved bikeways from Linkhorne Middle School, with in person, youth and virtual options.

Tackle the rugged Mineshaft 10k in Buchanan VA on April 4, 2026, featuring a scenic trail course with a steep climb, rocky sections and a flowing downhill finish. Limited to 100 runners with shuttle start and virtual option available.

The Happy Camper Trail Race will take place in Bedford on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

James River Trail Runs at James River State Park offers scenic but challenging looped trail races, from a night 10 mile to 50K and 50 mile options. Expect rugged climbs, riverside miles and flexible relay and hiker entries.