Trail Running calendar near Wytheville 2025-2026

Run scenic ridgelines and encounter wild ponies at Grayson Highlands State Park with race options from 8 miles to a 50 mile ultra. Expect finisher swag, awards and post race food while supporting the park and local charities.

Run through New River Gorge National Park to finish in historic Thurmond, WV. Choose from 50 Mile, 50K, relay or virtual options and enjoy rugged trails, stunning views and a scenic train return from the finish.

Kettlefoot is a scenic trail run at Doe Mountain Recreation Area near Mountain City, Tennessee, offering 50K, 25K and 13K on varied trails. Climb the 60 foot Kettlefoot Fire Tower for sweeping views across the region.

Run the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail at Dam Yeti, an annual weekend of trail races finishing at Sweetbay Brewing Co. Choose from 50 miles, 55K, or a 25K challenge and enjoy crushed gravel trails, trestles, and postrace brews.

Run the West Virginia Trail Experience Spartan Trail at Summit Bechtel Reserve near New River Gorge on Aug 30, 2026. Pick a 10K or half marathon over technical singletrack, steep climbs and forested trails during Spartan weekend.

Take on the OG Yeti 100 Mile trail endurance run in Abingdon, Virginia, Sept 25 to 26, 2026. This Western States qualifier offers rugged singletrack, crewed aid, and a welcoming small town finish.

Run as many miles as you can on a scenic 1 mile loop through Damascus Town Park at the Damascus Festival of Miles. Choose 3, 6 or 12 hour timed events, camp by the course and enjoy live music and food trucks for a fun festival vibe.

Run the Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon in Bristol TN, a rugged 13.1 mile trail through scenic woods. Technical single track, steep climbs and creek crossings make it a tough but rewarding race that funds Steele Creek Park trails.