Trail Running calendar near Louisa 2026-2027

Trail event at Powhatan State Park with 10 mile and 5 mile running and hiking options along the James River. Part proceeds benefit the Friends of Powhatan State Park and a water station and post-event food sales are provided.

Join the 7th annual Trails 4 Miles for a fall challenge at Sherando Park. Choose from a mixed-surface 4-mile trail run, a new mountain bike time trial, or a one-mile fun run/walk. All proceeds support the I'm Just Me Movement.

A 33.3 mile single-loop trail run in the George Washington National Forest with 6150 feet of elevation change. The route includes three aid stations and a climb to Big Schloss with broad 360° ridge and valley views.

Experience the full reservoir trail system on this thirteen mile course in Fredericksburg. Runners navigate flowing singletrack and five distinct climbs totaling over nine hundred feet of elevation gain through scenic wooded terrain.

A 110 mile trail ultramarathon in the Massanutten range with 22,300 feet of elevation gain, a 48 hour limit, required second half crew support, and limited course markings and medical services.

Experience a dog friendly trail race through the varied terrain of Caledon State Park. Run a 10K or 1 mile course with your leashed companion to support local natural resources and educational programming.

Experience a technical trail race with your dog at a scenic equine rehabilitation facility in Virginia. Enjoy distances from 1.25 miles to 10K followed by a finishers festival with food trucks and a biergarten.

Experience the scenic beauty of Pocahontas State Park at this trail festival featuring a loop course 10k and half marathon. Enjoy runnable trails and professional timing in a picturesque Virginia forest setting.

Trail runs at Laurel Hill in Lorton, VA on October 4, 2026, with singletrack through forest and meadows. Choose 5.4 miles or 10 miles; event features aid stations, post-race food, a kids program, and optional medals.

A trail endurance event at Powhatan State Park centered on a 2.7 mile loop with about 60 feet of elevation per lap. Multiple formats include an eight hour individual, a four person relay, an eight hour hiker and a timed Parent Loop.

A trail run at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston, VA offering **5.1 mile** and **10 mile** singletrack courses with lake views, short technical sections, on-site bathrooms, a kids program, race swag, and optional finish medals.

Test your strength at Massanutten Resort with obstacle races through the Blue Ridge Mountains. Choose from 5K and 10K courses or a dedicated Kids Race set against a backdrop of steep hills and forest trails.

Event Format Andy's Backyard Ultra is a "last person standing" ultramarathon. Runners must complete a lap of 4.17 miles every hour to remain in the race. The event continues until only one runner remains; that runner must then com..

Runnable, rolling trail loops in Prince William Forest Park offer **50 km** (two 16-mile loops) and **25 km** (one 16-mile loop) options on shaded trails with creek crossings. Entry is limited to 110 runners and there is no formal entry fee..

Experience a seasonal trail run or walk through the scenic Conway Robinson State Forest in Gainesville with 5k and 10k distance options for all participants.

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..

A 24 hour ultra at Riverside Park in Lynchburg, VA that uses a single 0.84 mile paved loop. Runners can enter solo or as a team and compete over a published 100 Miles distance while passing the same start and aid area each lap.

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.

A mountain trail ultramarathon in Montebello, Virginia offering 100K, 50 miles and 50K routes across single track, dirt and gravel through the Blue Ridge, with start and finish at Montebello Campground and key aid stations on course.

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..