Trail Running calendar near Louisa 2026-2027

Run Wild Races is a biannual zoo event featuring a 1 mile, a 5K, and a Wild Ninja obstacle course. Participants get free zoo admission and net proceeds support Galapagos and Sulcata tortoise conservation.

The Perfect Day 50K takes place on the Massanutten Western Slope in Keezletown, Virginia. Runners can compete individually or as part of a two or three person team on a Saturday in May. The event offers a full day on the trails.

A trail run on May 2, 2026 at 10709 Gunston Rd in Lorton offering a Fun Run, 5K, 10K and virtual options. Proceeds support no-cost enrichment programs at Gunston Elementary School.

Trail half marathon and an about 11K course at Fountainhead Regional Park near Washington DC, featuring rocky, rooty singletrack, stream crossings, notable elevation, and multiple aid stations with water and Gatorade.

A trail race of about 3.9 miles with 860 ft of elevation gain and loss on Bucks Elbow Mountain at Mint Springs Valley Park in Crozet, VA. Finishers receive a T shirt and awards are given overall and by age group.

A spring rail trail ultramarathon in Farmville VA offering 100K, 50K and a new half marathon, low total elevation, two crossings of High Bridge, handcrafted pottery awards, and various discounts and race options.

Experience four distinct trail races across Charlottesville and Crozet in this summer series. Compete for age group awards and finisher shirts while running through scenic venues like Mint Springs and Pen Park.

Event Overview The Trail Running Events at Dominion Energy Riverrock is a series of trail races taking place over three days in May. All events start and finish at the Belle Isle Parking Lot in Richmond, Virginia. The Races Three separate t..

A 100 mile trail ultramarathon in the Massanutten Mountains near Fort Valley, VA, run on rocky trails with over 18,000 feet of ascent and a 36 hour cutoff. Start and finish are at Caroline Furnace Lutheran Camp; entry is open.

Run for a cause on the scenic Virginia Capital Trail at the Motion for Justice 5K. This flat, paved course offers views of the James River and includes chip timing, a finisher medal, and a tech shirt. Awards recognize top overall and age gr..

A trail-focused, approximately 10 km scramble along the James River with roots, gravel and low-hanging branches. Self-serve cup-less water stops require personal hydration; wave starts are used and prizes go to the top three overall finishe..

A roughly 13.1 mile trail half marathon along the James River in Richmond, featuring single track, bridges and riverbank scenery. Wave starts control trail volume; entries include a finisher shirt and chip-timed bib.

An evening 5 km and 10 km run through the historic Manassas National Battlefield with start and finish at The Winery at Bull Run in Centreville, VA. In-person and virtual entry options are available.

Run or walk a scenic off road 5K course along the Cacapon River and Lewis Farm. This benefit event supports local youth programs while celebrating the Wardensville Spring Fest with local food and creativity.

A backyard ultra at Mustang Trailhead where runners must complete an hourly 4.167 mile loop to continue. Options include a 24 hour 100 mile limit or a 12 hour 50 mile After Dark event with a single shared aid station.

Event Details The Memorial Day 10K Run & 2 Mile Walk takes place on Monday, May 25, 2026, in Lynchburg, Virginia. It is organized by the Community Access Network (CAN) and is the seventh race in the 2026 Lynchburg Road Runners Race Seri..

A loop race at Sky Meadows State Park on May 31, 2026, offering 5 km and 10 km in-person distances plus virtual entry options, with a scenic course around Turners Pond featuring fields and streams.

Experience the FXBG Trail 5 Miler at Motts Run Reservoir in Fredericksburg. This five mile trail race features three distinct climbs and over 300 feet of elevation gain along a scenic and flowing course.

Old Dominion is a measured 100 mile loop through the Massanutten Mountains and Shenandoah River Valley near Fort Valley, Virginia. The course covers varied road and trail surfaces with 14 climbs and about 14,000 feet of gain and a 24 hour b..

Celebrate National Trails Day on a flat, scenic 5k course across the historic High Bridge. This event welcomes runners and walkers, with all proceeds supporting park programs. Every participant gets a hat, finishers earn a medal, and local..