Trail Running calendar near Wytheville 2026-2027

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 farm work inspired team obstacle course at Franklin County Parks and Recreation on August 1, 2026. Teams of four must stay side by side through 20+ obstacles; the fee includes chip timing, a shirt, and live bluegrass music.

A trail run near Danbury, North Carolina of about 11 miles with 1600 ft of climb, two rock scrambles and a third of a mile river crossing. The route begins at the lake and finishes at the Green Heron Ale House with several aid stations on c..

A three day guided trail running retreat in Roaring Gap NC with daily guided runs, lodge accommodations, shuttle service, meals, and coaching presentations. Multiple room options and a recommended ability up to about 10 miles on mountain tr..

Trail-loop ultraruns at Crystal Springs Recreation Area featuring timed 12-hour, 6-hour and 3-hour options on technical, hilly trails; shuttle parking is required and runners must carry their own cup or bottle.

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 Sprint, Super and Beast Spartan obstacle races at Summit Bechtel Reserve on Aug 29-30 2026, featuring steep hills, water features, a suspension bridge, and trail race additions.

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.

Trail race in Damascus, VA with 16, 30, 40 and 50 mile options along the Iron Mountain ridgeline through the Jefferson National Forest. Routes mix open forest roads and technical single track with significant climbing.

Camp Bethel PEP! 5K Run/Walk is the tenth annual trail event at Camp Bethel in Fincastle, VA. The **5K** course runs across trails, fields, and forests on 470 acres and supports Camp Bethel through fees and sponsors.

An obstacle mud run at the Jerry Long Family YMCA with a 3.1-mile 5K for ages 7+ and a 1-mile Fun Run for all ages, supporting YMCA health programs and offering new medals for 2026.

A point to point trail ultra in North Carolina linking Pilot Mountain State Park and Hanging Rock State Park. Events include 50 mile and 50K races, a 50 mile relay, virtual options, and separate pacer registration.

A mountain ascent near West Jefferson NC of about 5 miles and 1600 feet of gain, offered as a timed climb or discounted untimed hike, with finishers receiving custom bells and summit music and shuttles available.

A memorial trail event in Wilkesboro, North Carolina on September 26, 2026 offering timed 5K and 10K runs, an untimed 5K walk, and a virtual option. Chip timing and RFID-tagged bibs are used and proceeds support the American Cancer Society.

A trail running event at ACE Adventure Resort in Oak Hill, WV on September 26, 2026, offering full marathon, half marathon, and 5K options. Entries include finisher medals, a race shirt if registered by 8/31/25, a burrito buffet, and free c..

A 13.1 mile trail half marathon at Steele Creek Park in Bristol, TN, featuring technical single track, steep climbs, creek crossings and more than 2,000 feet of elevation gain. Proceeds support park trail improvements and top finishers rece..

Timed loop races at Damascus Town Park with 3, 6 and 12 hour options on a scenic one mile loop. The event includes camping along the course, live music, food trucks and awards for top finishers.

A fundraising event at North Cross School on October 4, 2026 featuring a chip timed competitive 5K, a non timed 5K walk, and a 0.8 mile Kids Fun Run with participation medals and age group awards.

A 100 mile ultramarathon near Abingdon Virginia in October 2026 featuring a revised course with a Damascus out and back. Entry requires recent ultrarunning experience and the race serves as a Western States qualifier.

Trail ultras of 100, 50, 50k and 25k on the New River Trail near Max Meadows, VA, on a mostly flat dirt and crushed-gravel route with frequent aid stations and camping during peak fall colors.