Trail Running calendar near Richmond 2026-2027

A 10 hour loop event at Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield VA on a 3.1 mile trail with about 150 ft gain per loop. Event options include 10 hour, 5 hour, 2 hour and a one lap 5k and rucking is allowed.

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.

Experience a messy obstacle course at the Virginia Motorsports Park. Run walk and slide through up to 3 miles of mud with friends and family during this community focused event in North Dinwiddie.

A community trail event on July 25, 2026 at Locust Shade Park in Triangle VA offering 5K and 10K races plus virtual entries with medal or shirt options. Walkers are welcome and entry fees vary by registration period.

A small, early August looped event in Crozet, VA featuring five steep gravel laps totaling 29.0 miles and about 7,610 ft of elevation gain, limited entry, basic aid, and shuttle parking.

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..

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.

Experience a mud filled adventure at Budds Creek Motocross Park featuring obstacles and foam pits. Enjoy a community focused event with finisher medals and a post race festival for participants and spectators alike.

A 5k and 10k cross-country run at Albemarle CiderWorks on August 30, 2026, with virtual participation options. The course is new for 2025 and cider will be available after the event.

A road race at Fifty-Third Winery in Louisa, Virginia on September 5, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and several virtual options, with proceeds benefiting Hooves & Paws Animal Rescue.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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..