Trail Running calendar near Blue Ridge 2026-2027

Take on the Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50K near Galax Virginia on one mile loops that climb through scenic terrain with aid every mile and hot meals. Camp on site or book nearby for a friendly, festival style mountain ultramarathon.

Falling Water Ultras on April 25, 2026 in the New River Gorge area offers 100K and 50K solo options plus two person and four person 100K relays. The course is four 15.5 mile loops with creek crossings, waterfalls, and about 2400 feet of cli..

A **50K** trail race on April 25, 2026 near Bedford, Virginia, starting at Promise Land Youth Camp. The course mixes grassy roads and downhill single track with over 7,400 feet of total gain and aid at seven points.

A spring trail event on the High Bridge Trail near Farmville offering Half Marathon, 50k and 100k options with a mostly flat rail trail, two High Bridge crossings, drop bag support at Prospect, pacer rules, and a 19 hour 100k limit.

A May trail festival in Snowshoe, West Virginia offering races from a kids mile to a 100K ultramarathon. The weekend pairs trail running with historic railroad rides, local markets, live music, and family activities in Snowshoe Village.

West Virginia Trail Fest is a family friendly trail running festival each May around Snowshoe in Pocahontas County, with scenic forest and single track races for all ages. Enjoy kids activities, a historic train ride and community fun.

Celebrate Memorial Day with a 10K run or 2 Mile walk in Lynchburg, Virginia to support families affected by Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. The chip timed 10K awards finisher medals and offers shirts for early registration.

Trail races at Sherwood Archers in Carvins Cove on May 31, 2026, offering a 25k and a marathon plus virtual options. The marathon features about 3500 feet of climbing, eight aid stations, technical shirts, and finisher awards.

Celebrate the 10th Big Run Roanoke on June 3 at Fallon Park with a nationally timed 5K along the Tinker Greenway and a free kids fun run. Join the community, support Smiles4Tab, and secure your spot early for guaranteed swag.

Take in river views on the Jackson River Scenic Trail in Covington on June 13, choosing marathon, half marathon, 10k or 5k. All finishers get a commemorative medal and you will find local food and vendors at the finish.

A 50 and 100 mile ultramarathon near Galax, Virginia run on a one mile loop with about 500 feet of vertical gain per loop. Aid and hot food are provided each loop and onsite camping and shower facilities are available.

A night trail event on High Bridge Trail State Park near Farmville VA offering 50K, half marathon and 5K options including hiker and family entries. The course follows an old rail trail with aid stations, chip timing and a cupless policy.

The High Bridge Challenge pairs the Freight Train and Night Train on High Bridge Trail in Farmville, VA. Runners can combine distances across four combo options and receive a special handcrafted award for completing both races.

Wine 4 Wildlife 4 Miler is a four mile vineyard event in Goodview VA with on-site and virtual options. Winners are chosen by closeness to a predicted finish time and all finishers receive a wine-stopper medal redeemable for a free glass.

Timed trail races at Crystal Springs Recreation Area in Wytheville, VA include 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour Crystal Light options plus a limited Leftovers Option. The course is looped and aid stations are cupless with food provided.

A trail race day at Douthat State Park offering 50K, marathon, half marathon and six mile options with looped courses, significant elevation gain, stocked aid stations and chip timing.

Scenic trail races on the Chessie Nature Trail in Lexington VA include marathon, half, 10K, 5K and a 26.2 relay; courses are USATF certified and the marathon is a Boston qualifier.

A marathon and half marathon on October 4, 2026 in Cass, West Virginia along the Greenbrier River Trail. The course is described as flat and scenic and proceeds support the trail through nonprofit organizations.

A fall trail event on the New River Trail offering 100 mile and 50 mile races with minimal elevation, frequent aid stations and crew access. Finishers receive awards and a pint glass, with a buckle for 100 mile finishers.

Two trail events at Smith Mountain Lake State Park start and finish at the Beach Pavilion. Courses use doubletrack trails with lake views, marked routes and support stations; park entry fees are included with registration.