Trail Running calendar near Blue Ridge 2025-2026

Run scenic vineyard loops at Mountain & Vine in Faber with 3k, 6k or 9k over hilly terrain. Enjoy a finisher medal, tech shirt and a glass of wine while supporting the Nelson County volunteer fire department.

Tackle the Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50K in Galax Virginia, a short loop course with about 500 ft vertical gain per mile and a 16 hour limit. Aid stations about every mile offer hot meals and there is free camping for runners and crew.

Falling Water Ultras is a scenic trail ultramarathon around ACE Adventure Resort and New River Gorge National Park offering 100K, 50K and relay options. Tackle rugged river loops with on site camping included and help support Adventure Appa..

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.

Join the family friendly West Virginia Trail Fest in Snowshoe Village for scenic mountain races from a kids mile to 100K. Enjoy stunning summits, local vendors, a historic railroad ride and a fun post race party.

The Dark Skies 100K is a challenging point-to-point trail race held in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, as part of the West Virginia Trail Fest. Starting at Seneca State Forest headquarters, the course features stunning views as runners pa..

Conquer the Cove features 25k and marathon trail races at scenic Carvins Cove with steep climbs, technical singletrack, and stocked aid stations. Limited to 300 runners on May 31, this rugged day promises a rewarding finish.

Join The Big Run Roanoke at Fallon Park for a scenic timed 5K on the Tinker Greenway plus a free kids fun run. Organized with Brooks and Virginia Amateur Sports, the race supports Smiles4Tab and features awards and a midpoint prize.

Choose from marathon, half marathon, 10k, or 5k on the USATF certified Jackson River Scenic Trail in Covington Virginia, a mostly flat crushed gravel route with river views. Finishers receive commemorative medals and awards.

Challenging mountain loop ultra near Galax VA with 50 and 100 mile options on a steep one mile course. Finishers earn a buckle and can enjoy on course aid, hot food, camping and outdoor showers for a supportive, rugged weekend.

Night Train is an evening trail run along the scenic High Bridge Trail in Farmville, VA, offering distances from 5K to 50K plus a family 5K option. Start and finish at Camp Paradise and enjoy a memorable finish across the bridge.

Take on the Odyssey Trail Running Rampage at Douthat State Park on September 12, 2026, with four loop distances from six miles to 50K on rugged trails with steep climbs. Expect chip timing, a performance shirt, finisher pint mug and post ra..

Run the scenic New River Trail in Max Meadows, VA with 100 mile and 50 mile options along mostly flat rails to trails riverside terrain. Expect river views, long trestles, camping, local food and a buckle for 100 mile finishers.

The Shenandoah Zombie Run will take place in Swoope on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.