Trail Running calendar near Spotsylvania Courthouse 2026-2027

A trail 5K at Claude Moore Park in Sterling, VA on October 3, 2026, with in-person and virtual entry options and published registration fees.

An outdoor adventure race in Midlothian, VA on October 3, 2026 where participants use a map to find 5 to 7 hidden control points and collect tokens. First three finishers with all tokens are champions and a portion of proceeds supports Semp..

Join this annual community trail run through the wooded trail network of Potomac Shores. Residents and guests can choose between 5K and 10K courses for a free morning of outdoor activity in Dumfries.

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.

Experience a unique trail run through 1600 acres of former prison grounds at Laurel Hill Park. Choose between 5.4 or 10 mile distances on scenic singletrack featuring historic guard towers and open meadows.

Run or walk the trails at Pohick Bay Regional Park on October 4, 2026, with in-person 5K and 10K options plus several virtual entry choices and tiered registration fees.

District 19 in Anacostia on October 4, 2026 is a run crew led, unsanctioned road and trail event offering 5K, 19K and 19 Mile options with course markers, corral seeding, and a shirt, snack, and medal for finishers.

First annual 4 miles trail run and hike at York River State Park on October 10, 2026. Dirt trails include single track and gravel, the format is non competitive, all finishers receive medals and leashed dogs are allowed.

A community trail event on October 11, 2026 at Bretton Woods Recreation Center in Darnestown, MD offering a 5K trail run and a 1 mile walk. The event raises funds and awareness for addiction prevention, education, and support.

Participate in a 10 km run through the scenic Black Hill Regional Park in Boyds. This low key event offers a straightforward racing experience for both club members and the general public in a natural park setting.

Autumn races at Laurel Hill Park on October 17, 2026 offering 5K, 10K, a half marathon and virtual options with varied entry fees.

An eight-hour loop event at Powhatan State Park on an approximately 2.7-mile field-and-forest loop, with a Parent Loop for families, one aid station at the trailhead, and options for solo or four-person relay entries.

Marathon and half marathon on a flat, USATF certified C&O Canal Towpath course starting and finishing at Fletcher's Cove in Washington DC with aid stations and finisher medals.

Timed trail running at Shenandoah River State Park on a 3.48 mile loop with 670 ft of gain. Four time-based options from 3 to 24 hours, supported aid station, event hoodie, and awards including a special 100 mile recognition.

Scenic, flat 5K and 10K at Bluemont Park in Arlington on October 17, 2026 with in person and virtual options; walkers and strollers are welcome.

Run Wild Races stages biannual runs and an obstacle course at the Metro Richmond Zoo, with net proceeds benefiting Pygmy Sloth conservation. Participants get free zoo admission and spectators a 10% discount.

Fall Run for the Wounded on Oct 18, 2026 features 5K, 10K and a half marathon through Prince William Forest Park with in-person and virtual options.

Experience the scenic singletrack trails of Lake Fairfax Park with 5 mile and 10 mile race options. Enjoy a community atmosphere with post race breakfast and a dedicated program for children.

Obstacle course races at Massanutten Resort with 5 km and 10 km courses, kids races, spectator access, and lodging discounts across two days in October 2026.

Andy's Backyard Ultra is a last person standing ultra at Teventrails in Earlysville, VA where runners complete a 4.17 mile loop each hour. The final finisher is the runner who completes one more lap than all other entrants.