Trail Running calendar near Fincastle 2026-2027

Explore the scenic woodlands of West Virginia with the Howlin’ Trails 5K and 10K at Wolf Creek. This trail event features a closed course, chip timing, and a lively post race atmosphere at Bridge Brew Works in Fayetteville.

Experience the natural beauty of Virginia at the Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon. Run along the Jackson River with spectacular mountain views in a variety of distances including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K.

Explore the trails of America's newest national park at this two-day festival. Choose from a 5k, half marathon, 50k, or a bridge double challenge. The courses start in Fayetteville and wind through the scenic New River Gorge.

Get down and dirty at the Gritty Chix Mud Run at ACE Adventure Resort. Choose the 5K Tenacious Trail or the 1-mile Moxie Mile, both featuring woodland trails and a shared mud obstacle course. It's a non-competitive event focused on fun, wit..

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.

Experience a scenic trail run through the lush forests of the Summit Bechtel Reserve near the New River Gorge. Choose between the 10 km or half marathon distances on a course featuring technical terrain and steep climbs.

A cross-country 5k and 10k at Albemarle CiderWorks featuring chip timing, a finisher medal, technical shirt and a glass of cider; proceeds support Rikki's Refuge.

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.

This trail run at West Virginia's ACE Adventure Resort features marathon, half marathon, and 5K distances through the scenic New River Gorge. All finishers get a medal and a post-race burrito buffet, with free camping included for participa..

This event offers a marathon and half marathon on the scenic Greenbrier River Trail in West Virginia. Starting from Cass Scenic Railroad State Park, the course is noted for being flat. Organizers are exploring potential new routes for the 2..

The NCS Take the Hill 5K features a challenging cross-country course on the North Cross School campus. The event includes a timed 5K run, an untimed 5K walk, and a Kids' Fun Run with bounce houses and face painting.

Race on the flat, fast New River Trail during peak fall colors. Choose from distances including a 100-miler, 50-miler, 50k, or 25k on a scenic rail trail. The event includes camping, local food, and significant crew access.

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.

A 100-mile out-and-back ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park, starting and ending at ACE Adventure Resort. The varied route includes single track, rail-to-trail, historic ruins, about 12,000 ft of ascent, and a 32 hour time l..

The Shenandoah Zombie Run is a unique 5K survival challenge at Camp Shenandoah. Runners dodge zombies on a trail course through the woods and hills, trying to keep the flags on their belt. Everyone gets a medal, declaring them either a Surv..

Trek across the rugged Blue Ridge slopes of Virginia with four distance options ranging from 7 to 28 miles. This timed mountain event features scenic single track trails and a post trek celebration at the base camp.

Celebrate the 11th year running on the scenic, car-free Chessie Nature Trail in Virginia. Choose from a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a team relay on this flat, fast gravel path. Every finisher gets a custom medal and a t-shirt, with..

About the Event The Mountain Masochist Trail Run (MMTR) takes place in Montebello, Virginia. The race begins and ends at the Montebello Campground on Crabtree Falls Highway. Course Details The course is run in a reverse direction from histo..

Take on a trail run through Walnut Creek Park with both 5k and 10k options. Your participation supports Rikki's Refuge, and you'll earn points in the organizer's annual race series. Runners receive a tech shirt, finisher's medal, and chip t..

This Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot in Danville features a scenic 5K Run and Walk along the Riverwalk Trail, plus a free Children's Fun Run. Proceeds support local school programs and scholarships. Participants can enjoy costume fun and race..