Trail Running calendar near Tazewell County 2026-2027

Trail races at Grayson Highlands State Park on May 2-3, 2026 offer four distances across mountain terrain with wild ponies and published aid station details. Distances include 50 mile, 50k, 25k, and 8 mile with climb and cutoff information.

A six mile road race across the New River Gorge with an 800 foot descent and climb and a short trail finish. The event finishes at Adventures on the Gorge with chip timing, a finisher medal, and a post race brunch.

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..

Point to point ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park finishing in historic Thurmond, West Virginia. Distances include 50 Miles, 50K, relays, ruck and virtual options.

Run the new Trail Days Half Marathon on the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail during the Appalachian Trail Days Festival. Enjoy a professionally timed event with a shirt and finisher award, followed by a festive afternoon in Damascus Town Park.

A Backyard Ultra in Williamson WV on May 22, 2026 featuring repeated 4.1667 mile loops on a mostly asphalt course. Single aid station, on site camping for a fee, timing with live results and a live video feed.

The Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run is a 12K trail race on the Flag Rock Area Trails in Norton, Virginia. Proceeds support the Norton Friends and Farmers Market Senior Supplement Program, and early registrants by May 10, 2026 get a guaranteed race..

Trail races at Doe Mountain Recreation Area near Mountain City, TN with 50K, 25K, 13K distances and a free one mile kids run. USATF sanctioned event with aid stations, finisher award, and access to a 60-foot fire tower for panoramic views.

A 10 miles out and back trail race on the VA Creeper rail to trail in Abingdon, VA, mostly dirt and gravel with two road crossings. Registration has a $20 fee and awards are given by overall place and multiple age groups.

A 5.5K trail challenge in Saint Paul, Virginia during the Clinch River Days Festival on May 31, with multiple trophy categories and both regular and race day registration options.

Explore the scenic woodlands of West Virginia with the Howlin’ Trails 5K and 10K at Wolf Creek. This trail event features a closed course, chip timing, and a lively post race atmosphere at Bridge Brew Works in Fayetteville.

A weekend trail event on the Virginia Creeper Trail offering 55K, a USATF-certified 50 mile, and a 25K Pepsi Challenge. The crushed-gravel rails-to-trails course is cupless and passes trestles, farms, and streams.

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.

A multi-distance trail ultramarathon in Norton, Virginia on June 13-14, 2026, featuring 25k to 100-mile options. 100k and 100-mile finishers receive buckles, with staffed aid stations and notable elevation gain on course.

Two ultramarathon options on a one mile loop in Galax, VA, with about 500 feet of climb per loop. Aid, hot food, basic camping, and finish buckles are provided; there is a 60 hour cutoff.

Experience the beauty of New River Gorge National Park at this trail festival in West Virginia. Choose from distances ranging from a 5k to a 50k ultra while exploring forested trails and river views.

A three-night trail running camp in the Virginia highlands with three organized morning runs, on-site camping and basic tiny cabins. Maps and photos are provided; participants bring their own food and bedding.

A non-competitive mud run for women and girls ages 10 and up at ACE Adventure Resort on June 20, 2026, offering a one mile and a five kilometer course with obstacles, live music, finish line amenities and on-site facilities.

A free 5K and 10K event at Chief Logan State Park on June 20, 2026. The 5K uses flat paved road for running or walking while the 10K follows multiple named trails and finishes near the Museum in the Park.

A one-lap mile around the Historic Crab Orchard Museum corn maze in Tazewell, VA on July 4, 2026, with dogs allowed on leash and a $25 registration fee. The maze perimeter is about 0.63 miles and an extra section may be added.