Trail Running calendar near Blacksburg 2025-2026

Rim to River 100 is a 100 mile trail ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park, weaving between the canyon rim and river with waterfalls, whitewater and scenic overlooks. A tough but stunning race that benefits Adventure Appalachi..

Into the Darkness at Explore Park in Roanoke on Oct 25 offers a family friendly 3.6 mile night trail over twisty single track lit by reflective arrows and glow sticks. Bring a headlamp and enjoy a festive evening run.

Run the Chessie on October 25 along the scenic Chessie Nature Trail in the southern Shenandoah Valley, offering marathon, half, 10K, 5K and relay distances on smooth gravel and grass. The marathon is Boston qualifying and virtual entries ar..

Tackle scenic single track trails at Brush Mountain Breakdown in Jefferson National Forest with 12, 7 and 5K options, featuring climbs, creek crossings and technical terrain. Finishers get a medal and shirts for early registrants.

Run under the haunted forest at Froggy's Freaky Friday, a Halloween 24 hour challenge on a rugged 1 mile loop at Froggy Mountain. Camp on site, refuel with hot fall fare, and race for distance awards and fun costume prizes.

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.

Climb to the summit at Pilot Mountain State Park in this scenic road and trail race offering 7 mile and 3 mile routes, both finishing at the top. Limited to 150 runners, registration includes a race beanie and a post race breakfast.

Tackle rugged trails, boulder fields, cliffs and waterfalls at HAROC in Hanging Rock State Park, Danbury North Carolina on January 31 2026. Choose a scenic but demanding 25K or 50K with aid stations and epic views.

Event information Stone Mountain Massacre takes place in Roaring Gap, North Carolina, on February 7, 2026. The event offers these distances: 50K 25K 8 Miler Registration closes on February 17, 2026. Packet pickup is available only on race..

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..

Take on the New River Gorge Trifecta, a year long ultra series that bundles three scenic races in West Virginia: 50K, 100K and a 100 mile event. Limited to 50 entries, finishers earn a custom buckle, plaque and jacket while proceeds support..

Tackle a scenic 25K through Pilot Mountain State Park with sweeping summit views and well stocked aid stations along the route. Your entry includes a long sleeve tech shirt, a hot post race meal and a finisher medallion.

Cabin Fever 50K is a winter ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park from Fayetteville to Hawks Nest on Feb 21, 2026. Expect ridgeline single track, waterfalls and a run beneath the New River Gorge Bridge.

Take on Grit & Grace at Camp GuilRock in Reidsville, NC: a scenic 3 mile loop offered as a 12 hour trail run or a 6 hour weighted ruck. Rolling trails, a main aid station, camping, and awards make for a memorable endurance challenge.

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..

Explore rugged trails around Terrapin Mountain in Sedalia, VA with 50k and half marathon options on March 21, 2026. Enjoy stocked aid stations, swag, camping, and a post race meal while supporting local youth mental health programs.

Choose 100k, 50k, 25k or 10k out and back on flat dirt along the New River in Fries, VA. Aid stations, drop bags for longer races and a buckle for 100k finishers make for a fast friendly day.

Tackle rugged trails and creek crossings at Falling Water Ultras on April 25, 2026 in New River Gorge, WV, featuring four scenic 15.5 mile loops and big elevation. Camp on site and choose from 50K, 100K solo or relay options.

Hellgate 100K++ is a 66.6 mile winter night trail ultramarathon through the Blue Ridge near Natural Bridge Station, Virginia. Expect rugged, snowy terrain and a fierce challenge that doubles as a Western States 100 qualifier.