Trail Running calendar near Palmyra 2026-2027

The High Bridge Challenge pairs the Freight Train and Night Train on High Bridge Trail in Farmville, VA. Runners can combine distances across four combo options and receive a special handcrafted award for completing both races.

Run on the flat, scenic dirt trails of Leopold's Preserve in this 5k and 10k event. Participants receive a medal, shirt, and chip timing, with points counting towards several annual series. A virtual race option is also available.

A cross-country 5k and 10k at Albemarle CiderWorks featuring chip timing, a finisher medal, technical shirt and a glass of cider; proceeds support Rikki's Refuge.

A trail race day at Douthat State Park offering 50K, marathon, half marathon and six mile options with looped courses, significant elevation gain, stocked aid stations and chip timing.

Run a scenic 5K or 8K on the trails of Creekside Farm Brewery in King George. Enjoy a post-race party with live music, a complimentary craft beer, and local food trucks. All participants get an event shirt and a souvenir pint glass.

Test your endurance on a scenic 10-mile loop at Seven Bends State Park. Choose from distances like the 10-miler, 50k, 50-mile, 100-mile, or a Last Man Standing Ruck challenge. This event features mixed terrain, strict cutoffs, and is organi..

Run with your dog at the Howlin' Coyote Canicross Trail Race in King George, Virginia. Choose between a 10K or a 1 mile event on varied terrain. Your entry supports the Friends of Caledon State Park.

Pocahontas Trail Festival at Pocahontas State Park on October 4, 2026 offers a Half Marathon and a 10k on redesigned trail loops with chipped timing. Water stations are near miles 3, 6 and 9 and awards are given by age group.

Dodge zombies on a 5K trail run through the hills and woods of Camp Shenandoah. Each runner wears a flag belt representing three lives, aiming to finish as a Survivor. Every participant receives a themed medal at the finish line.

Run through the forest trails of Conway Robinson State Forest for the Halloween Horror 10k. This chip-timed trail race offers series points and supports a local soup kitchen. Walkers are welcome, and a virtual option is available.

Explore Wintergreen’s scenic Blue Ridge single track on a timed, non competitive trek with 7 to 28 mile options and 10 hours to finish. Enjoy rocky overlooks, a post trek party with food, finisher shirt and patches and medal opportunities.

A trail race on the Chessie Nature Trail in Virginia on November 7, 2026 offering marathon, half, 10K, 5K and a 26.2 relay, all on smooth gravel and grass beside the Maury River with chip timing and finisher medals.

A multi-distance trail event in Montebello, VA on November 7, 2026, featuring 100K, 50-mile and 50K courses through Blue Ridge single track, old roads, and forest sections with a finish at Montebello Campground.

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 5.2 and 9.5 mile options on hiking trails, dirt roads and fields along Bull Run, with rocky, root-strewn sections and designated spectator areas.

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..

Devil Dog Ultras in Prince William Forest Park offers 100 mile, 100K and 50K loop races on primarily single track with staffed aid stations, set time limits, limited entry, and a multi year loyalty challenge.