Trail Running calendar near Powhatan 2025-2026

Kick off the New Year with a no frills 5K or 8K along the Capital Trail in Williamsburg. Low cost entry supports CRR scholarship funds and the friendly post race vibe includes coffee and doughnuts.

Tackle a scenic 10 mile trail run at York River State Park featuring technical single track, fire roads and a downhill finish. Proceeds benefit AWARE and you can meet owls onsite while enjoying coffee and snacks after the run.

Tackle the Willis River trails at Bear Creek Lake State Park on Jan 4, 2026 with options for 20K, 35K, or 50K. This free trail run offers wet, rolling terrain and a communal vibe; bring a prepackaged food donation to share.

Run the Burke Creek Barn Burner in Palmyra, VA on January 10, 2026 with 5K and 15K trail options in its second year. Enjoy hot drinks, finish line treats with gluten free and vegan choices, and post race awards.

Take on a fast, flat half marathon along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail in King George, Virginia on January 31, 2026. All finishers earn a custom medal and the race supports Friends of the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail.

Brave wooded trails at Prince William Forest Park on Feb 1, 2026 with distances from 5k to 50k, featuring technical hills, roots and scenic views. Support Semper K9 and earn medals, tech shirts and chip timing in this winter trail challenge..

Join the 18th annual ICY 8 at scenic Lake Anna State Park on Feb 7 for 8 hour adventure trail runs, a Half Marathon Plus in a figure 8 format, or a challenging 8 miler. Mostly single and double track trails promise a fun, rugged day outdoor..

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.

Run through scenic trails at Walnut Creek Park in North Garden with your choice of a 5k or 10 mile trail race, both featuring wooded single track and lake views. Enjoy race swag and post race refreshments at this rain or shine event.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a scenic trail run around Holiday Lake in Appomattox, Virginia, offering 10K, 25K and 50K options. Country roads and single track deliver challenging climbs, aid stations, and camp lodging.

Run a hilly trail 5k or 10k at Wilderness Run in Spotsylvania VA on Feb 14, 2026 and support Semper Fi and America's Fund. Chip timing, finisher medal, tech shirt and a post race beer or wine; virtual option available.

Take on the RRRC Bear Creek trail races in February 2026 at Bear Creek Lake State Park in Cumberland VA. Choose a scenic 10 mile loop, a 4.2 mile mini or a virtual 10 mile and enjoy rolling piedmont single track and friendly club vibes.

No Man's 50K is a women only trail running challenge in Triangle, VA with 50K and 25K on scenic single track and forest roads. Two loop courses, full aid stations, and a welcoming vibe make this a must for endurance runners.

Hit the Blue Ridge trails at Bel Monte Endurance Races in Lyndhurst, Virginia on March 14 with 50 mile, 50K and 25K options across mostly single track trails and mountain roads. Expect big climbs, rugged forest terrain and sweeping views.

Pick your challenge from 10 miles up to 48 hour solo or relay formats on a scenic 3.42 mile loop with rolling terrain and stream crossings. Primitive camping, cupless aid options and a 100 mile belt buckle make this a memorable test of endu..

Hit scenic trails around Terrapin Mountain in Sedalia VA on March 21 2026 with 50k and half marathon options. Enjoy swag including a terrapin mug, full aid stations, free tent camping and a post race meal while supporting local youth.

Join the Women's Trail Festival, a two day trail weekend at Freedom Park in Williamsburg with 10 mile and 8k options plus social hours and educational talks. All finishers earn a medal, proceeds benefit local charities and the event is Trai..

Help rebuild the Free Clinic of Central Virginia by joining the Rise and Rebuild 5K in Lynchburg on March 28. Run or walk a scenic out and back on paved bikeways from Linkhorne Middle School, with in person, youth and virtual options.

Run an untimed 14 mile point to point along the scenic Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail in King George VA with shuttles. Enjoy playful aid stations with pie s'mores and doughnuts, support local charities and grab fun swag at the finish.

James River Trail Runs at James River State Park offers scenic but challenging looped trail races, from a night 10 mile to 50K and 50 mile options. Expect rugged climbs, riverside miles and flexible relay and hiker entries.