Trail Running calendar near Earlysville 2026-2027

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.

A multi-day loop ultramarathon at Twin Lakes State Park offering distances from 10 miles to 72 hour events, runner and hiker categories, relays, cupless aid stations, finisher awards, and a 100 mile buckle.

A spring mountain trail event in the Blue Ridge Mountains on March 20, 2027, offering 50 mile, 50k and 25k races on mostly single track and forest roads, with limited entries and cabins at the start finish.

A backyard ultra in Lorton, VA featuring repeated 4.167-mile loops until one runner remains. The event offers close crew access, chef-supported aid, a 65-runner field, and rolling entry via Ultrasignup.

A 14 mile untimed point to point trail run along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail that starts at one Sheetz and finishes at another. The event features unusual aid station snacks and practical finisher swag.

A loop based trail event in April at James River State Park offering 10 mile, 50K and 50 mile options plus relays. Each loop is about 10 miles with roughly 1025 feet gain, riverside sections, singletrack, two aid stations and a 16 hour limi..

A single-day endurance walk at Massanutten with four distance options from 7 to 28 miles, optional ruck weights, and an advanced ridgeline segment that opens in safe weather. Finish within ten hours to earn awards.

An overnight trail relay at Pocahontas State Park near Richmond with team options, lakeside single track, and 120 total miles split among runners. The event includes a communal Ragnar Village with camping, glamping, food trucks, and evening..

A trail run of about 10k that features roots, gravel, rough terrain and low hanging branches. Water stops are self serve and participants must bring their own hydration; wave starts are used to manage trail volume.

A 24 hour Backyard format run on a 4.167 mile loop at Meadowood Special Recreation Area near Lorton, Virginia. Runners complete hourly loops with a 24 hour 100 mile limit and one shared aid station under a horse pavilion.