Trail Running calendar near Rockville 2026-2027

Experience the FXBG Trail 5 Miler at Motts Run Reservoir in Fredericksburg. This five mile trail race features three distinct climbs and over 300 feet of elevation gain along a scenic and flowing course.

A community 5K on High Bridge Trail State Park featuring a flat, out and back course across the half mile High Bridge. Online registration, family pricing, and parking details are provided with proceeds supporting park programs.

A community fundraising day at Burke Lake Park with a chip-timed 5k run and a noncompetitive 2k walk. The event supports programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and includes awards, shirts, and post-event festiv..

A mostly trail, low frills half marathon at York River State Park on June 7 2026 with a new Hike a Half option, marked trails, aid stations, and a five hour time limit.

A cross country 5K and 1 Mile at Merrie Mill Farm and Vineyard in Keswick on June 7, 2026, with in person and virtual options, a reserved post race cabana for participants, and a gift basket raffle.

A single-track trail race behind Zehmer Hall in Charlottesville covering about 3.1 miles, with steep climbs, technical footing, timing and bibs, and prizes for top finishers.

A night trail event in Prince William Forest Park featuring a 50 mile race made of two 25 plus mile loops, plus 25 mile and 10 mile options. The course is mostly single track with staffed aid stations and defined crew and pacer rules.

A chip timed 5k at Corteau Vineyards in Mechanicsville, Maryland on June 13, 2026, featuring vineyard scenery, a t-shirt, collapsible wine glass, finisher medal that doubles as a wine stopper, and an on-site wine pour.

A community 5K and 1 mile Fun Run in Warrenton, VA that raises funds for Fauquier Education Farm, a 501(c)(3) that advances agricultural education and donates its harvest to local food banks.

A June 2026 backyard ultra in Midlothian, Virginia using repeated 4.167 mile loops each hour until one runner remains. An Ultra Mini option lets participants choose how many loops to run and all entrants receive a commemorative shirt.

A night trail event on the High Bridge Trail in Farmville offering 50K, half and 5K distances, chip timing and family options. The course follows a historic rail trail, finishes over the bridge, and requires runners to carry water.

A cumulative event pairing Night Train and Freight Train at High Bridge Trail State Park with multiple combined-distance options and a $15 Challenge fee that supports trail maintenance. Finish both distances in the same year to earn a uniqu..

A mud-run fundraiser in King George, VA on June 27, 2026, featuring a 4-mile obstacle course and a 1-mile kids run, organized by the Dahlgren Lions Club with team awards by group size.

Night Owl 9k at Freedom Park in Williamsburg VA is a night trail race over single track, fire road and paved trails with rolling hills and technical sections. Post race activities include pizza, beer and wildlife education.

Trail-based multi-hour event at Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield, VA with 10 hour, 5 hour, 2 hour and one-lap 5k options on a 3.1 mile loop that gains about 150 ft per circuit.

A roughly 50 km trail ultramarathon on the southern Massanutten range with about 5,700 feet of elevation gain, six aid stations, and a post run gathering at the Route 211 commuter parking lot. Entry is limited to 75 runners.

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.

The Muddy Dash - Richmond, VA will take place in Matoaca on Saturday 25 July 2026.

In-person 5K and 10K at Locust Shade Park in Triangle, VA on July 25, 2026, run on shaded scenic trails. Virtual entries are also available and walkers are welcome.

A rugged out and back run near Crozet, Virginia covering about 29 miles with roughly 7,610 feet of climbing over five steep gravel laps. Limited to 65 runners, informal entry with a small fee and a waitlist.