Trail Running calendar near Powhatan 2026-2027

A lakeside trail race at Boar's Head Resort in Charlottesville on July 11, 2026, featuring a 5.2 mile loop with about 745 feet of elevation change. The race is open to runners and walkers and is part of the Summer Trail Running Series.

Experience the West Side Quarry trail race along the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg. This 10k course features a steady climb and rolling hills with 426 feet of elevation gain for a dynamic running experience.

Muddy Dash Richmond on July 25, 2026 at Virginia Motorsports Park is a non-competitive 5K with obstacles, mud pits, and on-site Pre-Party and After-Party festivities. Family-friendly registration options include value and VIP packages.

A July trail event at Locust Shade Park in Triangle, VA offering 5K and 10K distances plus multiple virtual options. The courses run on shaded, scenic trails and walkers are welcome.

A rugged 29.0 mile looped event in Crozet, Virginia on August 1, 2026, featuring five steep gravel laps and about 7,610 ft of elevation gain and loss. Entry is limited to 65 runners 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..

A 6K cross country race beginning and ending at Death Ridge Brewery, using parts of the Verdun Adventure Bound course. The event features varied trails, ponds and bridged streams, race shirts for early registrants, and awards with proceeds..

A 3.1 miles obstacle course through Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest with elite, team, corporate and non-competitive waves. Entry fees support Poplar Forest education and elite competitors must complete all obstacles to qualify for prizes.

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 new course at Albemarle CiderWorks on August 30, 2026 features in-person 5 km and 10 km races plus virtual entries; the route uses cross-country terrain and cider is available at the venue after the event.

A community running event at Fifty-Third Winery & Vineyard in Louisa, VA on September 5, 2026, with 5 km and 10 km courses plus virtual options. Proceeds support Hooves & Paws Animal Rescue and its sanctuary work.

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 community running event in Farmville on September 12, 2026 offering in-person and virtual 5K and 10K races plus hand cycle divisions on a flat, crushed gravel out-and-back course along the High Bridge State Park Trail.

A 5K running race hosted by Hartwood High School Cross Country on September 12, 2026 in Stafford, VA. It is the first annual StallionsXC Open and serves as the opening race of the Stallion Invitational, with high school races afterward.

A stadium climb at Virginia Credit Union Stadium on September 13 honoring those lost on September 11 and supporting first responders and military. Climbers ascend sections 1 to 23 five times, with a wheelchair accessible concourse route ava..

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.

Trail runs of 10 and 5 miles at Powhatan State Park during the Pawpaw festival, featuring riverside singletrack, open-field views, a water station near mile 5, festival amenities, and park lodging options.

Trail races on Cedar Mountain include canicross, a dog friendly 5k, a trail run without dogs, and a virtual option, with awards for top finishers and a traditional hunt breakfast.

Run the Rock | Rockville is the fourth annual 5K at Luck Stone’s Rockville quarry near Richmond, featuring gravel terrain, quarry views, local food vendors, family activities, swag, and raffles supporting a charitable cause.