Trail Running calendar near Scottsville 2026-2027

Run the Willis River Fat Ass at Bear Creek Lake State Park on Jan 4, 2026 with 20K, 35K or 50K on wet, rolling trails and stream crossings. Entry is free; please bring prepackaged food to share and expect basic, marked support.

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.

Run or walk scenic vineyard trails and riverside paths at Hardware Hills Vineyard while supporting a local charity. Pick a roughly 5K run or a 1.1 mile walk with optional wine tastings and live music at the tasting room finish.

Enjoy a fast, scenic half marathon along the flat Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail in King George, VA on Jan 31, 2026. Cupless racing with SpeedCup options, aid stations, and a custom finisher medal support the local trail.

Take on the Forever 5 and 10 Milers on January 31, 2026 in Blue Ridge VA, with in person and virtual options. Enjoy a scenic out and back on the rocky Forever Section of the Glenwood Horse Trail with race day packet pickup.

Join ICY 8 at Lake Anna State Park for scenic figure 8 trail running with options from an 8 hour endurance to a half marathon plus or an 8 mile course. Choose your loops and enjoy post race food and awards.

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.

Tackle scenic single track at the Walnut Creek 5 & Dime on Feb 7, 2026 in North Garden Virginia, with 5k and 10 mile options through Walnut Creek Park and lake views. Enjoy race swag, post race refreshments, and the friendly CATs community.

Trail loops around Holiday Lake in Appomattox offer 10K, 25K and 50K routes with over 2,000 feet of climb and scenic single track. Camp lodging, pre race pizza and a welcoming finish make this a cozy winter race day.

Hit the trail on Feb 14 for the 1781 Brewery 5k and 10k at Wilderness Run, a hilly cross country course with walkers welcome. Enjoy a post race beer or wine, a finisher medal and chip timing while supporting Semper Fi and America's Fund.

Run the scenic trails at Bear Creek Lake State Park Feb 21 to 23, 2026 with the RRRC Bear Creek Trail Runs, featuring a rolling 10 mile loop and a new 4.2 mile mini. In person and virtual options with limited entries make this a must do for..

Experience scenic single loop trail races through old growth forest at Montvale Park VA on February 28, 2026, choosing 5 miles or 8.4 miles with a creek crossing and pavilion finish. Spots are limited to 225 in person and a virtual option i..

Join the fourth annual Naked Creek Trail Race at Panorama Farms in Earlysville VA. Choose a 25K or 10K through wooded singletrack, creek crossings and Blue Ridge views while supporting local high school cross country.

Challenge yourself at the Bel Monte Endurance Races in Lyndhurst, Virginia on March 14 with 25K, 50K, or 50 mile trail options through the George Washington National Forest. Expect rugged single track, big climbs and amazing views.

Take on the Trail Nut 10k or half marathon through twisty wooded single track at Bedford, VA's family park on March 14, 2026. Both in person and virtual options welcome amid playgrounds, fitness trails and frequent wildlife sightings.

Experience the Dogwood Ultra at Twin Lakes State Park March 20 to 22 on a rugged 3.42 mile loop with stream crossings and about 400 feet of climb per lap. Choose 12, 24 or 48 hour formats or set distance races, camp at the start and chase a..

Run scenic trails around Terrapin Mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountains with 50k and half marathon options. Enjoy stocked aid stations, finisher swag and a welcoming community vibe supporting local youth mental health.

Hone Quarry Ultra in Dayton Virginia on March 28, 2026 is a rugged 41.4 mile trail through George Washington National Forest with waterfalls, cliffside views and 8,000 feet of climbing. Entry is limited to 125 runners for a raw mountain cha..

Join the Rise and Rebuild 5K in Lynchburg on March 28, 2026 to support the Free Clinic of Central Virginia as it rebuilds its Main Street location. Enjoy a flat paved out and back on the Blackwater Creek Bikeway and run for a great cause.

Enjoy a scenic three loop 5k through Molon Lave Winery in Warrenton on April 4, 2026. Walkers and virtual runners welcome and finishers receive a winery glass, medal and tech shirt for a festive post race celebration.