Trail Running calendar near Palmyra 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail running festival in the Shenandoah Valley offering 100M, 100K, 50K and 21K races on technical mountain terrain with UTMB World Series and Western States qualification.

A looped trail event at Seven Bends State Park offering 10-mile loops with mixed terrain and multiple distances from 10 miles to 100 miles, plus a Last Man Standing Ruck; timed cutoffs and specific pacer and drop rules apply.

Trail event at Powhatan State Park with 10 mile and 5 mile running and hiking options along the James River. Part proceeds benefit the Friends of Powhatan State Park and a water station and post-event food sales are provided.

A 33.3 mile single-loop trail run in the George Washington National Forest with 6150 feet of elevation change. The route includes three aid stations and a climb to Big Schloss with broad 360° ridge and valley views.

Experience the full reservoir trail system on this thirteen mile course in Fredericksburg. Runners navigate flowing singletrack and five distinct climbs totaling over nine hundred feet of elevation gain through scenic wooded terrain.

A 110 mile trail ultramarathon in the Massanutten range with 22,300 feet of elevation gain, a 48 hour limit, required second half crew support, and limited course markings and medical services.

Experience a dog friendly trail race through the varied terrain of Caledon State Park. Run a 10K or 1 mile course with your leashed companion to support local natural resources and educational programming.

Experience a technical trail race with your dog at a scenic equine rehabilitation facility in Virginia. Enjoy distances from 1.25 miles to 10K followed by a finishers festival with food trucks and a biergarten.

An 18th annual 12 hour trail event at Prince William Forest Park near Triangle, VA, run on a 6.5 mile figure eight loop. Field limited to 100 runners; two aid stations and a post race meal are provided.

Experience the scenic beauty of Pocahontas State Park at this trail festival featuring a loop course 10k and half marathon. Enjoy runnable trails and professional timing in a picturesque Virginia forest setting.

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.

A weekend of obstacle races at Massanutten Resort on October 24-25, 2026 with Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km and kids races on mountain trails featuring rocky terrain and steep climbs. Team entries can secure the same start time and eligible staf..

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..

A fall trail fundraiser at Crozet Park offering a 5K, 10K and a 0.75-mile Family Fun Run, with T-shirts, overall awards, a creek crossing on the 10K, and a post-race trails fest with pancake breakfast and music.

Trail races at Conway Robinson State Forest Park in Gainesville, VA on October 25, 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km courses plus virtual options with medal and shirt choices.

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.