Trail Running Calendar Virginia 2026-2027

A half marathon and a 5K at Harwoods Mill Park in Yorktown on January 17, 2026, with shuttle parking from McReynolds Athletic Complex. Limited fields, four aid stations, on-site packet pick-up and specific trail conditions.

A supported point to point mountain training run of 32 miles that follows much of the first third of the MMT 100, with two aid stations, required car shuttle, limited club support, and recommended GPX and turnsheet navigation.

Trail ultramarathon in Appomattox with 50K, 25K and 10K options around Holiday Lake. The looped course uses single track and country roads with about 2000 feet of gain and aid stations every four miles.

Trail running weekend at Bear Creek Lake State Park featuring a 10.4 mile loop, a 4.2 mile Mini on park and single-track trails, and a virtual 10 mile option; in-person entries are capped and a portion of fees supports the park.

A 200 mile out and back from Sandbridge Beach, VA to Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and back, run as a fundraiser for veteran suicide with proceeds to Awareness N Action and Mission22. Entry is limited to 30 participants.

A 24 hour timed event on a USATF certified 1.178 mile cinder loop at Waid Park in Rocky Mount, VA, with solo and relay options, chip timing, and awards for distance and laps across several time segments.

The Elizabeth Furnace 50 km is a technical mountain trail race in the Massanutten range covering 30.5 miles and about 6,400 feet of ascent. Aid is limited with staffed stations near 10 and 22 miles so runners must carry personal supplies.

Multi day loop ultramarathon at Twin Lakes State Park in Green Bay VA with 72, 48, 24 and 12 hour options plus 10 mile and a Parent Loop 5k. Hiker and relay divisions available and finishers earn distance awards.

A spring mountain trail event in the Blue Ridge Mountains on March 20, 2027, offering 50 mile, 50k and 25k races on mostly single track and forest roads, with limited entries and cabins at the start finish.

A Last Runner Standing backyard ultra at Meadowood in Lorton, Virginia where competitors run repeated 4.167-mile loops each hour; the event features pavilion staging, chef-supported aid, and a field limited to 65 runners.

A 14 mile untimed point to point trail run along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail that starts at one Sheetz and finishes at another. The event features unusual aid station snacks and practical finisher swag.

On April 10, 2027 in Fries VA, the New River Trail Races offer five out and back trail distances along a flat, riverside dirt course with stocked aid stations, a cupless policy, and awards including medals and a 100k buckle.

A loop based trail event in April at James River State Park offering 10 mile, 50K and 50 mile options plus relays. Each loop is about 10 miles with roughly 1025 feet gain, riverside sections, singletrack, two aid stations and a 16 hour limi..

UltraTrax Massanutten is a single day endurance walk in Massanutten, VA offering 7, 14, 21 and 28 mile options with a 10 hour finish window, optional ruck weights, and an advanced ridgeline segment available in safe weather.

An overnight trail relay at Pocahontas State Park near Richmond with team options, lakeside single track, and 120 total miles split among runners. The event includes a communal Ragnar Village with camping, glamping, food trucks, and evening..

A 24 hour solo and team endurance event on a flat 3.75 mile dirt loop in Hampton, VA. Limited to 200 entrants, $75 entry, with milestone plaques, technical shirts, volunteer lap counters, and funds raised for the American Cancer Society.

Trail races at Grayson Highlands State Park in Virginia on May 1-2, 2027, offering 50M, 50K, 25k, and 8M with significant climbing and the chance to see wild ponies.

A trail run of about 10k that features roots, gravel, rough terrain and low hanging branches. Water stops are self serve and participants must bring their own hydration; wave starts are used to manage trail volume.

A Backyard ultra on Mason Neck with hourly 4.167-mile loops and a 24 hour, 100-mile limit. The course runs on bridle trails with one central aid station offering water, ice, Gatorade and snacks.