Trail Running calendar near McGaheysville 2026-2027

Experience a three day trail running series in the Monongahela National Forest. Cover distances of 50 km, 50 miles, and a half marathon along the Eastern Continental Divide during the autumn season.

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.

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.

Set on the Chessie Nature Trail in Virginia on November 7, 2026, the event offers a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 26.2 relay. Courses are USATF certified, the marathon is a Boston qualifier, and a virtual option is available.

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..

Trail races at Hemlock Overlook in Clifton, VA offer two loop options, 5.2 miles or 9.5 miles. The course follows hiking trails, dirt roads and fields along Bull Run and includes designated spectator areas and park facilities.

Run through the vineyards at Barrel Oak Winery on this pre Thanksgiving cross country course. The event features a 3k and 6k race, with participants receiving a finisher's medal, tech shirt, and a post race drink. The race supports Warriors..

Run a scenic Turkey Trot through the historic trails of Manassas National Battlefield. Choose between a 5k or 10k trail course and finish with a glass of wine from the Winery at Bull Run. Your participation supports the preservation of the..

Lake Anna Turkey Trot at Lake Anna State Park on November 27, 2026 offers 5k, 10k and half marathon courses. The 5k is a trail run while the 10k and half are half trail and half paved; walkers are welcome.

A looped trail ultramarathon at Prince William Forest Park with 50K, 100K and 100 mile options, staffed and unmanned aid stations, set time limits, a 300 runner cap, and a multi year loyalty challenge.

A holiday-time 50 km out-and-back on the Bull Run-Occoquan Trail from Hemlock Overlook with four aid stations, a downloadable GPX file, and a $20 entry that includes lodge access and an after-event meal. Participants should carry a reusable..

A minimally marked 40.3-mile counter-clockwise loop through the Massanutten Mountains with about 6,500 feet of climb, three aid stations, and limited entry; participants must self-navigate, self-support, and prepare for winter mountain cond..

A 50 km New Year trail run at Prince William Forest Park with three repeats of a roughly 10-mile loop, mostly on groomed trails. The event uses an unmanned aid spread at the start/finish and has limited entry.