Trail Running Calendar Virginia 2025-2026

The Running Ravens 5k is a fundraising event scheduled from March 7 to March 10, 2025, in Chester, Virginia. Participants can choose to run the 5k in person or opt for a virtual race. The course will traverse a cross-country trail, which is not suitable for strollers, dogs, or wheelchairs. Registrat..

The Naked Creek Trail Race, scheduled for March 8, 2025, in Earlysville, VA, features two main events: a 25K and a 10K race. Both courses are predominantly wooded, offering approximately 90% single and double track trails, with stunning views of the South Fork Rivanna River Reservoir and the Blue Ri..

No Man's 50K is a unique trail running endurance challenge designed exclusively for women, with the support of family and friends. Established in 2016, the event aims to promote female participation in trail races. Participants can choose between two distances: 25K and 50K, with a generous 9-hour cu..

The Perfect Day 50K is an exciting endurance running event held at Massanutten's Western Slopes, where participants run a 5K every hour for 10 hours. This unique challenge allows individuals and teams to compete, with options for alternating loops or completing consecutive hours. The course features..

The Crooked Road 24 Hour Ultra is an ultramarathon event taking place at Waid Park in Rocky Mount, Virginia. Scheduled for March 8-9, 2025, this race features a scenic 1.178-mile loop course primarily on a crushed-cinder path. Participants can run for 24 hours, with awards for various achievements, ..

The Montvale 5 & 8.4 Mile Trail Races, organized by Mountain Junkies L.L.C., will take place at Montvale Park on March 15, 2025. This event features two race distances: a 5-mile and an 8.4-mile trail run, both set in a scenic park with a 6.5-mile trail system. Registration is currently open, with fe..

The Bel Monte Endurance Races are held in the stunning George Washington National Forest in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. This premier spring mountain ultra event features three race distances: a 50-mile, a 50K, and a 25K, with courses that are predominantly single track trails and mountain roads..

The Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run at Laurel Hill offers a scenic and engaging running experience through a mix of forested and open meadow singletrack trails on the historic grounds of the former Lorton Reformatory. Participants can choose between a 5.4-mile or a 10-mile course, both featuring mini..

The Dogwood Ultra Marathons, celebrating its 10th year, offers a variety of endurance events at Twin Lakes State Park in Virginia. Participants can choose from 10-mile, 12-hour, 24-hour, and 48-hour races, including solo and relay options. The course features a 3.35-mile loop with elevation changes ..

The Terrapin Mountain event features a 50k and a Half-marathon, set against the stunning backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Sedalia, VA. Celebrated for over 17 years, this spring race offers participants a chance to explore challenging trails while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere. Each ..

The Molon Lave 5k is a scenic cross-country running event taking place at Molon Lave Winery in Warrenton, VA. Participants can enjoy a beautiful 5k course while earning points towards the Year-Long 5k & Back of the Pack Series, as well as the Sippin Series. The event welcomes walkers and offers a vi..

The Women's Trail Festival is a vibrant running and hiking event taking place on March 29-30, 2025, in Williamsburg, VA. This festival features a variety of activities, including a competitive 10-mile trail race and an 8k trail hike, both offering options for participants to run or hike. The courses..

The Sip & Stride 10k is a running event taking place at Southern Revere Cellars on March 29, 2025. Participants can enjoy a scenic cross-country course, completing four laps around the winery property. Runners will receive a glass of wine or beer, a technical event shirt, and chip timing.The event s..

The Hone Quarry Ultra is a challenging 40-mile trail endurance race set in the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, starting and finishing at Briery Branch. Participants will navigate through the George Washington National Forest, experiencing stunning landscapes, including cliffs, meadows, and waterfalls..

The Battle of Kelly's Ford is a cross-country running event taking place at the scenic Kelly's Ford Inn in Remington, Virginia. Participants can compete in two separate races: a 6K for women and girls, and an 8K for men and boys, with awards given in various age categories. The course features a 2Km..

The Mountain & Vine Vineyard 9k is a scenic running event taking place on March 29, 2025, at the picturesque Mountain & Vine Vineyards in Faber, Virginia. Participants can choose from three distances: 3k, 6k, and 9k, with the course featuring challenging hills and stunning views. Runners will receiv..

The Happy Camper Trail Race features both a 5K and a 10K, designed to foster community spirit, promote fitness, and highlight the scenic trails of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The event aims to raise funds for the Campership Program, which supports students in need of camp experiences. The 5K course of..

The Bull Run Run 50 Miler is a challenging trail running event held in Clifton, Virginia, featuring a scenic 50-mile course that follows the Occoquan River and the historic Bull Run. Scheduled for April 5, 2025, this race showcases the natural beauty of the area, including the largest bluebell stand..

The Mill Mountain Mayhem 10K is a challenging trail race set in Roanoke, Virginia, known for its scenic views and tough terrain. Scheduled for April 5, 2025, this event features a unique reverse course that includes significant elevation gain, making it an excellent training opportunity for runners ..

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..