Trail Running calendar near Palmyra 2026-2027

Run through orchards and rolling hills at Albemarle CiderWorks on August 30, 2026, with 5k and 10k trail courses and a virtual option. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal, tech shirt and a celebratory glass of cider at the finish.

Run the Odyssey Trail Rampage at Douthat State Park on Sept 12, 2026, with courses from six mile to 50K through waterfalls, creek crossings and rhododendron tunnels. Expect big climbs, chip timing, a tech shirt and a finisher mug.

Run through Creekside Farm on scenic dirt trails along the Rappahannock River with 5K and 8K options, chip timing and awards. Celebrate after with live music, craft beer, a free pint for entrants 21 plus and food trucks.

Run with your dog at the Howlin' Coyote Canicross Trail Race in Caledon State Park, featuring varied terrain and a 10 km canicross plus a one mile Wild Pup dash. This non profit event supports Friends of Caledon and is disposable cup free.

Take on scenic new trails at Pocahontas State Park with a chip timed half marathon or 10K. Expect runnable singletrack, on course water stations, live results and race day age group awards in a festive park setting.

Tackle a fun 5K through the hills and woods of Camp Shenandoah, dodging volunteers playing zombies while protecting your three flag lives. Finish with a flag to be a Survivor or none to be Infected and earn a finisher medal.

Halloween Horror 5k & 10k returns to Conway Robinson State Forest Park in Gainesville, VA, offering a forest trail race with a Halloween theme. The event features 5k and 10k distances, with the 10k being two laps of the 5k course. The loop..

UltraTrax Wintergreen is a timed mountain trek on looped Blue Ridge trails offering 7 to 28 miles with up to 10 hours to finish. Take in shaded single track and rocky overlooks, add a weighted vest for extra swag, then enjoy post trek food..

Run the scenic Chessie Trail in Lexington, VA on November 7, 2026 with distances from 5K up to a USATF certified, Boston qualifying marathon. In person, virtual and four person relay options make it perfect for solo racers and teams alike.

Mountain Masochist Trail Run in Montebello VA features 100K, 50 mile and 50K courses through rugged Blue Ridge single track and forest roads at peak fall foliage. Finish at Montebello Campground with aid stations and a post race meal.

Enjoy a crisp fall trail run at Hemlock Overlook, winding through forests, fields, stream crossings, and scenic Bull Run views. Choose a 5 or 10 mile course with plenty of spots for friends and family to cheer.