Trail Running calendar near Montvale 2026-2027

HAROC at Hanging Rock State Park invites trail runners to tackle scenic but challenging singletrack with 25k and 50k options. Expect big climbs, rugged terrain, and supportive aid stations for an adventure organized by Tanawha Adventures.

A trail event in Blue Ridge, Virginia on January 31, 2026 offering out and back 5 mile and 10 mile courses on the Glenwood Horse Trail plus virtual options.

Join the 13th annual Arctic 5k on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Hydaway Outdoor Center in Lynchburg VA. This 3.1 mile single track course with some forest roads delivers a crisp, fun winter trail run for all abilities.

Tackle scenic single track at the Walnut Creek 5 & Dime on Feb 7, 2026 in North Garden Virginia, with 5k and 10 mile options through Walnut Creek Park and lake views. Enjoy race swag, post race refreshments, and the friendly CATs community.

Trail loops around Holiday Lake in Appomattox offer 10K, 25K and 50K routes with over 2,000 feet of climb and scenic single track. Camp lodging, pre race pizza and a welcoming finish make this a cozy winter race day.

Two trail races at Montvale Park on February 28, 2026 offer a 5 Mile and an 8.4 Mile one lap course plus virtual entries. The event runs on the park's 6.5 mile trail system, is capped at 225 runners, and finishes at the pavilion.

Run the scenic Dick and Willie Passage in Martinsville VA with 9 mile and 5 mile out and back options on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Hit the 9 mile standard to earn a Golden Railroad Spike or join virtually with race day packet pickup.

Challenge yourself at the Bel Monte Endurance Races in Lyndhurst, Virginia on March 14 with 25K, 50K, or 50 mile trail options through the George Washington National Forest. Expect rugged single track, big climbs and amazing views.

Take on the Trail Nut 10k or half marathon through twisty wooded single track at Bedford, VA's family park on March 14, 2026. Both in person and virtual options welcome amid playgrounds, fitness trails and frequent wildlife sightings.

Run scenic trails around Terrapin Mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountains with 50k and half marathon options. Enjoy stocked aid stations, finisher swag and a welcoming community vibe supporting local youth mental health.

Join the Rise and Rebuild 5K in Lynchburg on March 28, 2026 to support the Free Clinic of Central Virginia as it rebuilds its Main Street location. Enjoy a flat paved out and back on the Blackwater Creek Bikeway and run for a great cause.

Tackle the rugged Mineshaft 10k in Buchanan VA on April 4, 2026, featuring a scenic trail course with a steep climb, rocky sections and a flowing downhill finish. Limited to 100 runners with shuttle start and virtual option available.

The Happy Camper Trail Race will take place in Bedford on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Tackle rugged single and double track trails at James River State Park on April 11, 2026. Run 10 mile loops in 10 mile, 50k or 50 mile races with big climbs, river views and a 16 hour cutoff for an epic trail challenge.

Run scenic vineyard loops at Mountain & Vine in Faber with 3k, 6k or 9k over hilly terrain. Enjoy a finisher medal, tech shirt and a glass of wine while supporting the Nelson County volunteer fire department.

Promise Land 50K++ is a trail ultramarathon on April 25, 2026, starting at Promise Land Youth Camp near Bedford and Big Island, Virginia. The course mixes grassy soft roads and single track with about 7,400 ft of elevation gain and loss.

Join the Freight Train Ultra on May 9 in Farmville, VA for a half marathon, 50k or 100k along the scenic High Bridge Trail. Enjoy a fast, mostly flat rail trail, handcrafted finisher ornaments, pottery awards and support for crews and pacer..

Run mountain trails at West Virginia Trail Fest in Snowshoe, WV, May 22 to 23, from a one mile kids run to a tough 100K with huge climbs and summit views. Enjoy live music, vendors, a Cass Railroad ride and family activities.

West Virginia Trail Fest is a family friendly trail running festival each May around Snowshoe in Pocahontas County, with scenic forest and single track races for all ages. Enjoy kids activities, a historic train ride and community fun.

Celebrate Memorial Day with a 10K run or 2 Mile walk in Lynchburg, Virginia to support families affected by Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. The chip timed 10K awards finisher medals and offers shirts for early registration.