Trail Running calendar near Rocky Mount 2026-2027

This fundraising 5K supports the Free Clinic of Central Virginia's efforts to rebuild after a fire. The event offers in-person and virtual options on a paved trail course in Lynchburg. Participants can also fundraise for free entry and othe..

Experience the backcountry of Buchanan Virginia on the Glenwood Horse Trail. This event features a point to point course past historic mines and through technical rock gardens with a shuttle to the start line.

Experience flat and scenic dirt trails along the New River in Southwest Virginia. This cupless event offers distances from 5 km to 100 km with a supportive atmosphere and beautiful river views for all participants.

Run a scenic loop course along the James River in April. Choose your target distance from 10 miles to 50 miles, with a unique format that credits you as a finisher for any distance you complete. The event offers aid stations, pacers on long..

Experience a unique multi loop course at Cedarock Park featuring single track and equestrian trails. Choose between solo distances or form a relay team with friends to tackle the half marathon distance together.

Experience the scenic Saxapahaw Island Loop Trail with a timed 3.6 mile race or an untimed 1.2 mile walk. Join this Earth Month event to celebrate and support the conservation of the Haw River watershed.

Experience a scenic trail run or walk through the apple fields of Johnson's Orchard in Bedford. Support cancer wellness programs while enjoying mountain views, s'mores, and wine samples at this community fundraiser.

Experience a strenuous hike or run through Hanging Rock State Park reaching five high elevations. Choose between 5 or 11 mile routes that summit mountain peaks and explore scenic rock outcrops to support park conservation.

Rise Thermopylae is an immersive endurance challenge set in Virginia's wilderness. Choose from 6, 12, or 24 hour events that combine rucking, obstacles, and psychological tests. It's led by elite coaches and focuses on personal development..

The Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50k presents a challenging looped course in Virginia, with 500 feet of gain per mile. Runners have 16 hours to complete the distance, supported by aid stations every mile and free on-site camping. It offers..

Experience the scenic watershed trails of Greensboro at this versatile event offering half marathon and 4 mile distances. Participants can run, ruck, or hike through rolling singletrack terrain surrounding Lake Brandt.

The Promise Land 50K takes runners through the Virginia landscape starting and finishing at the Promise Land Youth Camp. The course features five aid stations, with two visited twice for support. The event is scheduled for April 25, 2026.

Run the Huckleberry Jam Point-To-Point on the scenic Huckleberry Trail. Choose from an 8.1-mile or 1.75-mile point-to-point course, both finishing at the Christiansburg Rec Center. All net proceeds support the Friends of the Huckleberry Tra..

Run a 5k under the stars at Hagan-Stone Park, guided by hundreds of LED tea lights and live bluegrass music. This night trail race includes a custom shirt, a commemorative mason jar, and two post-race cocktails or mocktails. A headlamp is r..

Event Details The Memorial Day 10K Run & 2 Mile Walk takes place on Monday, May 25, 2026, in Lynchburg, Virginia. It is organized by the Community Access Network (CAN) and is the seventh race in the 2026 Lynchburg Road Runners Race Seri..

Experience the trail systems of Carvins Cove Natural Reserve in Roanoke. This event features 25k and marathon distances with significant elevation gain and scenic views of blooming mountain laurel and rhododendrons.

Celebrate Global Running Day in Roanoke with a timed 5K on the Tinker Greenway or a free kids fun run. This official Virginia Commonwealth Games event features national timing and awards for various age groups.

Celebrate Global Running Day with a cross country 5K or 1 mile fun run at the Ivey Redmon Sports Complex in Kernersville. This inclusive event features multiple speed heats including an elite category and a post race expo.

Experience the 16th annual Marine Corps League Mud Run in Pinnacle featuring a 5k course with mud pits and obstacles. Choose between individual and team waves or the Pollywog Kids Race at Jomeokee Park and Campground.

Experience the natural beauty of Virginia at the Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon. Run along the Jackson River with spectacular mountain views in a variety of distances including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K.