Trail Running calendar near Verona 2025-2026

Tackle the Willis River trails at Bear Creek Lake State Park on Jan 4, 2026 with options for 20K, 35K, or 50K. This free trail run offers wet, rolling terrain and a communal vibe; bring a prepackaged food donation to share.

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.

Take on the Forever Section of the Hellgate course in Blue Ridge VA on January 31 2026 with 5 mile and 10 mile options, available on site or virtually. This out and back run along the Glenwood Horse Trail offers rocky backcountry scenery an..

Join the 18th annual ICY 8 at scenic Lake Anna State Park on Feb 7 for 8 hour adventure trail runs, a Half Marathon Plus in a figure 8 format, or a challenging 8 miler. Mostly single and double track trails promise a fun, rugged day outdoor..

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.

Run through scenic trails at Walnut Creek Park in North Garden with your choice of a 5k or 10 mile trail race, both featuring wooded single track and lake views. Enjoy race swag and post race refreshments at this rain or shine event.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a scenic trail run around Holiday Lake in Appomattox, Virginia, offering 10K, 25K and 50K options. Country roads and single track deliver challenging climbs, aid stations, and camp lodging.

Run a hilly trail 5k or 10k at Wilderness Run in Spotsylvania VA on Feb 14, 2026 and support Semper Fi and America's Fund. Chip timing, finisher medal, tech shirt and a post race beer or wine; virtual option available.

Take on the RRRC Bear Creek trail races in February 2026 at Bear Creek Lake State Park in Cumberland VA. Choose a scenic 10 mile loop, a 4.2 mile mini or a virtual 10 mile and enjoy rolling piedmont single track and friendly club vibes.

Run through old growth forest at Montvale Park with 5 mile and 8.4 mile trail options that mix technical singletrack and creek crossings. Field is small and capped at 225 runners with virtual entries available for both distances.

Hit the Blue Ridge trails at Bel Monte Endurance Races in Lyndhurst, Virginia on March 14 with 50 mile, 50K and 25K options across mostly single track trails and mountain roads. Expect big climbs, rugged forest terrain and sweeping views.

Take on the Trail Nut 10k or Half Marathon on March 14, 2026 in Bedford, VA with in person and virtual options. Tackle rolling single track through wooded trails, enjoy park amenities, and keep an eye out for deer and turtles.

Hit scenic trails around Terrapin Mountain in Sedalia VA on March 21 2026 with 50k and half marathon options. Enjoy swag including a terrapin mug, full aid stations, free tent camping and a post race meal while supporting local youth.

Run a scenic 4k or 8k on the rolling grounds of Twisted Oak Farm Brewery in White Post, VA. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal, a tech shirt and a complimentary glass of beer, with a virtual option available.

Tackle a 41 mile trail ultra in the Shenandoah Valley with about 8,000 feet of climbing, waterfalls and dramatic cliff overlooks. Limited to 125 runners, this remote loop offers aid stations and a 13 hour 15 minute cutoff.

Help rebuild the Free Clinic of Central Virginia by joining the Rise and Rebuild 5K in Lynchburg on March 28. Run or walk a scenic out and back on paved bikeways from Linkhorne Middle School, with in person, youth and virtual options.

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.

Tackle the Mineshaft 10k on April 4, 2026 in Buchanan VA, a challenging trail run on the Glenwood Horse Trail with steep climbs, rock gardens and a long final descent. Limited parking and shuttle access make this a rustic, adventurous optio..

The Happy Camper Trail Race will take place in Bedford on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

James River Trail Runs at James River State Park offers scenic but challenging looped trail races, from a night 10 mile to 50K and 50 mile options. Expect rugged climbs, riverside miles and flexible relay and hiker entries.