Trail Running calendar near Merrimac 2026-2027

Run through the wooded singletrack trails and streams of Little Bennett Regional Park in Maryland. Enjoy a community atmosphere with professional timing, post race breakfast burritos, and distances for different experience levels.

A rugged out and back run near Crozet, Virginia covering about 29 miles with roughly 7,610 feet of climbing over five steep gravel laps. Limited to 65 runners, informal entry with a small fee and a waitlist.

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..

Races at Third Winchester Battlefield in Winchester VA on August 8, 2026 include 5K, 10K, a half marathon and virtual options with medal or shirt. Walkers are welcome and registration shows tiered pricing.

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 trail race at Bull Run Marina on August 15, 2026 offering 5K and 10K distances plus several virtual entry options. The route follows the Bull Run Occoquan Trail and registration uses tiered fees that include mandatory charges.

A 7K trail race at The Woodstock Equestrian Center in Dickerson, Maryland, presented as part of MCRRC's low key series for members. Non member registration has a $20 fee and runs from February 10, 2026 to August 16, 2026.

A community road event at Leopold's Preserve in Broad Run on August 23, 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km on-course races plus virtual options with medal and shirt choices. The race is part of the Sippin Series with Farm Brewery at Broad Run and..

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 trail-style 5K and 10K at Dirt Farm Brewing in Bluemont on August 29, 2026, with rugged terrain, steep sections, and winding paths; virtual entries available with different medal and shirt options.

A family-friendly 5K mud run on August 29, 2026 at Budds Creek Motocross Park featuring obstacles, mud pits, a pre event warm up, and an after party with music and food. Value and VIP registration options are available.

A 5K and 10K cross country style race at Albemarle CiderWorks on August 30, 2026, with virtual entry options and post-race cider available at the venue.

Experience a cross country race through Nottoway Park followed by a community picnic. This event features a three mile course and a kids fun run to celebrate the end of the summer season.

Opening Night on September 4, 2026 at Morven Park in Leesburg, VA is a cross country meet for middle and high school teams. The event features a fast, spectator friendly course with music and food for a festival atmosphere.

A community 5K and 10K at Fifty-Third Winery & Vineyard in Louisa, Virginia that raises funds for Hooves & Paws Animal Rescue. The event offers in-person races and several virtual entry options with medal and shirt choices.

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.

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 festival in the Shenandoah Valley with technical mountain courses through national forest. Distances range from 21K to 100M and the event offers qualification routes for UTMB World Series Finals and Western States.

The Final Countdown Tribute at Amani Brewing in Martinsburg WV uses a 1.33 mile loop where allowed lap time shortens each circuit, eliminating runners until one remains.