Trail Running calendar near Frys Spring 2026-2027

A roughly 50 km trail ultramarathon on the southern Massanutten range with about 5,700 feet of elevation gain, six aid stations, and a post run gathering at the Route 211 commuter parking lot. Entry is limited to 75 runners.

Experience the West Side Quarry trail race along the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg. This 10k course features a steady climb and rolling hills with 426 feet of elevation gain for a dynamic running experience.

Muddy Dash Richmond on July 25, 2026 is a mud run 5K at Virginia Motorsports Park featuring obstacles, waist deep mud pits, and pre party and after party entertainment with music and food. Family friendly options include value and VIP packa..

A community trail event on July 25, 2026 at Locust Shade Park in Triangle VA offering 5K and 10K races plus virtual entries with medal or shirt options. Walkers are welcome and entry fees vary by registration period.

A early August, 29.0 mile lap event near Crozet, Virginia featuring five repeats of a steep 2.9 mile gravel climb with about 7,610 feet of elevation change. Limited field, variable aid station staffing, and shuttle parking.

A half marathon and a 50K on the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail in King George, VA on August 8, 2026. Mostly flat rails to trails courses with time limits, finisher medals, apparel options and postrace food including free MooThru ice crea..

A memorial trail run in the Jefferson National Forest featuring a roughly 60 km course and a 50 km Party Route option, three aid stations, limited entry, and a largely unmarked route supported by a GPX file and turnsheet.

A 3.1 miles obstacle course through Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest with elite, team, corporate and non-competitive waves. Entry fees support Poplar Forest education and elite competitors must complete all obstacles to qualify for prizes.

A 5K and 10K event at Leopold’s Preserve in Broad Run on August 23, 2026, offering in-person and virtual options and included in the Sippin Series with the Farm Brewery at Broad Run.

Experience an engaging 8 mile trail race through the winding singletrack of Fredericksburg. Navigate rolling hills and punchy climbs in this focused event supported by the local running community.

A 5k and 10k cross-country run at Albemarle CiderWorks on August 30, 2026, with virtual participation options. The course is new for 2025 and cider will be available after the event.

A road race at Fifty-Third Winery in Louisa, Virginia on September 5, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and several virtual options, with proceeds benefiting Hooves & Paws Animal Rescue.

A clockwise 71-mile circuit of the orange-blazed Massanutten Trail around Fort Valley, VA, with 13,500 ft of elevation change, scheduled aid stations, strict qualifications and enforced cut-offs; GPX and aid charts are provided.

A 10 mile trail race in Fredericksburg, VA that follows the Rappahannock River, moves through rolling hills, and finishes with a sustained climb. Top three men and top three women receive gift certificates.

Trail races at Douthat State Park featuring a roughly 13-mile loop used for a 50K, marathon, half marathon, and a six-mile race, with multiple aid stations, loop-based finisher rules, and limited field sizes.

Run a scenic off road trail through a 1000 acre farm bordering the Rappahannock River. Enjoy a post race celebration at the brewery with live music craft beer and a souvenir pint glass.

A multi-distance trail running festival in the Shenandoah Valley offering 100M, 100K, 50K and 21K races on technical mountain terrain with UTMB World Series and Western States qualification.

Trail ultramarathons at Seven Bends State Park run on a roughly 10 mile mixed terrain loop, with distances from 10 miles to 100 miles plus a Last Man Standing Ruck. Cutoffs apply and specified pacer and aid station rules govern the event.

Trail runs and hikes at Powhatan State Park along the James River with 10 and 5 mile options, a water station near mile 5, early-registration shirts, and proceeds benefiting the Friends of Powhatan State Park.

Trails 4 Miles is an annual event at Sherando Park with a mixed-surface four mile trail race, an untimed one mile fun run on the paved path, and a new mountain bike time trial. Proceeds support the I'm Just Me Movement.