Trail Running calendar near Williamsburg 2024-2025

The Misfit Island 50k is a trail running event held at Cane Creek Park in Waxhaw, NC, featuring three race distances: 50k, 8 miles, and 5k. All entry fees are set at $20 and will be donated to hurricane relief efforts in Western NC, with an additional goal of raising $6,000 for the Community Shelter..

The Pocahontas Half, along with a 10k and 5k, is a scenic running event taking place at Pocahontas State Park near Richmond. Participants can enjoy a beautiful forest trail run featuring a mix of dirt and pine needles, with varying elevations. The event welcomes walkers and strollers, and offers a v..

The Snowy Owl 10 Mile is a trail race set in the scenic York River State Park in Williamsburg, VA. Scheduled for January 5, 2025, the course features a mix of technical single track and dirt fire road trails, with an elevation gain of approximately 600 feet. Participants can expect rocky sections, t..

The Dahlgren Trail Half Marathon is set to take place on February 15, 2025, in King George, Virginia. This scenic race follows a 16-mile trail that was once a railroad line, offering participants a flat and smooth course ideal for running. The event is limited to the first 225 registrants and featur..

The Saint Marys Lake Trail Series is a running event held at Saint Mary’s Lake in Leonardtown, MD, featuring distances of 50K, 34K, and 17K. The course consists of a scenic 10.5-mile loop that combines single-track trails, forest roads, and crushed gravel paths, with a total elevation gain of approx..

The Swammie Shuffle 200 is a unique running event held in Virginia Beach, VA, designed to honor the memory of Marine veteran Dustin “Swammie” Lang and raise awareness for veteran suicide prevention. Participants will run a challenging 200-mile course from Sanbridge Beach to the Cape Hatteras Lightho..

Blackbeard's Revenge 100 is an exciting ultra and relay running event taking place in Corolla, North Carolina. Participants can choose to compete in either a 100-mile or 100-kilometer race, making it suitable for both seasoned ultra-runners and those looking for a challenging relay experience. The e..

The Women's Trail Festival is a running and hiking event taking place in Williamsburg, VA, on March 29-30, 2025. The festival features a variety of activities, including a competitive 10-mile trail race and an 8k trail hike, both offered in non-competitive formats. Participants can enjoy educational..

The Sheetz-to-Sheetz Trail Run is a unique 14-mile untimed race held in King George, Virginia, designed to benefit local charities. Participants start at one Sheetz convenience store and finish at another, traversing the scenic Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail. The event emphasizes enjoyment over co..

The Long Creek 60K/30K is an exciting running event set in Virginia Beach, VA, taking participants through the scenic trails of First Landing State Park. Runners will experience diverse landscapes, including maritime forests, cypress swamps, and beautiful bay shorelines, with portions of the trail r..

The Virginia Run for Cancer is an annual running event held in Hampton, VA, featuring both solo and team categories for a 24-hour race. Participants can register as individuals or as part of a team, with awards for top finishers and special recognition for fundraising efforts. The event has raised o..

The 3H Trail Half Marathon, scheduled for August 2, 2025, takes place in King George, Virginia, along the scenic Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail. This flat and smooth course, ideal for runners, features a variety of surfaces and is predominantly shaded by trees. Participants can expect a well-organ..

The Dahlgren Heritage Rail Trail 50K is a challenging trail race set in King George, Virginia, scheduled for August 2, 2025. This event is part of the 2025 King George Trail Series, which includes three unique races. Participants will navigate a flat, well-maintained course primarily composed of dir..

The Terrible Twelve is a unique 12-hour running event held at Warhill Nature Trail in Williamsburg, VA. Participants can walk or run on a 3.7-mile loop, aiming to complete as many laps as possible within the time limit. This self-supported race encourages camaraderie, as runners must volunteer for a..

Haunts & Hallows is a half marathon event hosted by Winding Way Run Co. in Virginia Beach, VA, taking place in the scenic First Landing State Park. The course features a mix of trails with roots, bridges, and sandy sections, offering a total elevation gain of approximately 300 feet.Runners can enjoy..