Trail Running calendar near Wytheville 2026-2027

Froggy Mountain stages 50 and 100 mile races on a one mile loop near Galax, VA with about 500 feet of climbing per loop. Aid at the start and finish, basic amenities, and a 60 hour cutoff are provided.

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.

Three nights in the Virginia Highlands with three organized morning trail runs, camping on a mountain property, basic tiny cabins available, limited cell service, GPX routes and professional photos included.

A non-competitive mud obstacle event at ACE Adventure Resort on June 20, 2026, offering a 1 mile and a 5K woodland course open to ages 10 and up. The day includes showers, live music, a photo contest, and proceeds that support a charity.

Experience the 12th annual mountain running event at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area. Choose between the 16 mile Vertical Mile or the 8 mile Vertical Half Mile on this North Carolina course.

An evening of five races at the Hanes Park track in Winston Salem on June 27, 2026, combining four track events and a 5K cross country race. Completing all five events yields a finishing score, an Ultimate Runner t shirt and a 4.91 car deca..

A 10 miles out-and-back event at Smith Mountain Cooperative Wildlife Management Area in Sandy Level, Virginia on June 27, 2026. Three load options are available: LIGHT 10 pounds, STANDARD 25 pounds, and HEAVY 50 pounds.

Races around the Historic Crab Orchard Museum corn maze in Tazewell VA on July 4, including a five-lap Revolutionary Run approximating 5K and a one-lap aMAZEing Fun Run that allows leashed dogs.

A four mile vineyard run at Fables and Feathers in Goodview, VA on July 11, 2026, offered in-person and virtual. The event features a device free prediction run for prizes, a wine stopper medal, and winery tasting access for finishers.

Races and a hike at Hungry Mother State Park on July 25, 2026 include a one lap 15 mile mountain race plus 8 mile options along lakefront trails. Post-event awards, refreshments, live music and games are planned.

A 5K out and back run and walk on the Creeper Trail in Damascus, Virginia, on July 25, 2026. Organized by the Penny F. Garrett Sarcoma Foundation, with proceeds directed to rare cancer research at MD Anderson.

An inaugural trail race in Pipestem, West Virginia, opening the WV State Water Festival. Three lap-based courses of 19.5, 13, and 6.5 miles are offered, with awards for overall winners and more course details to follow.

An approximately 11 mile themed trail run near Danbury, NC with steep climbs, two rock scrambles and a river crossing. Aid stations are provided and volunteers will help with limited car shuttles so participants should plan transport.

A farm work inspired obstacle course at Waid Park on August 1, 2026, featuring more than 20 obstacles and new farm themed elements. Registration includes chip timing, a logo shirt and live bluegrass; kids 12 and under may participate free.

A three-day trail running retreat in Roaring Gap, North Carolina, with guided daily runs, lodge meals, and shuttle service. Accommodation options range from king suites to shared bunks and pricing varies by room type.

Trail races at Crystal Springs Recreation Area near Wytheville, VA, using loop courses with a 12.8 mile loop and a 3.1 mile loop. Limited parking requires a shuttle, the event is cupless, and a low cost Leftover Option is available.

Experience a technical mountain race at Grandfather Mountain featuring fixed ropes and ladders. This 14 mile course climbs the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Range twice for a true Appalachian trail adventure.

A weekend of obstacle races at Summit Bechtel Reserve on Aug 29–30, 2026 featuring Sprint, Super, Beast, a kids race, and a pre-race obstacle workshop across hilly, water‑featured terrain.

Trail races at Summit Bechtel Reserve in Oak Hill, WV include a 10K and half marathon on winding, technical summer trails. The event is part of a Spartan OCR festival weekend and uses gun time for results.

A trail race in Damascus, Virginia with 16, 30, 40 and 50 mile options along Iron Mountain ridgelines and mixed terrain. The 2026 event uses a modified town route, the field is limited to 400 runners, and time limits apply for each distance..