Trail Running calendar near Waiteville 2025-2026

Climb to the summit at Pilot Mountain State Park with the Pilot Mountain Goat, a small trail race offering 3 and 7 mile courses on scenic trails. Limited to 150 runners, finishers receive an embroidered beanie and a post race breakfast.

Brave winter trails at the Frozen Toe 10k in Roanoke VA on January 10, 2026. This scenic Chestnut Ridge Loop offers a challenging single track run or virtual option, with walkers welcome and post race camaraderie at the New Hope Church head..

Tatonka is a scenic trail run in Waiteville, West Virginia with 50k and 20 mile options that climb ridges to a bird observatory tower and return through meadows, forest, and farm roads. Proceeds benefit the Allegheny Trail.

Run the HAROC at Hanging Rock State Park, with scenic ridges, rewarding climbs, and a choice of 25k or 50k distances. Expect rugged trail terrain, aid stations on course, and a spirited winter trail community.

Take on the Forever Section of the Hellgate course in Blue Ridge VA on January 31 2026 with 5 mile and 10 mile options, available on site or virtually. This out and back run along the Glenwood Horse Trail offers rocky backcountry scenery an..

Join the 13th annual Arctic 5k on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Hydaway Outdoor Center in Lynchburg VA. This 3.1 mile single track course with some forest roads delivers a crisp, fun winter trail run for all abilities.

Take on the NRG Trifecta in New River Gorge, WV, tackling a 50K, a 100K and a 100 mile in one year for a true endurance challenge. Limited spots guarantee entry to all three races and finishers earn a custom buckle, plaque, hat and jacket.

Run a scenic winter 50K across New River Gorge from Fayetteville to Hawks Nest, with ridgeline single track, waterfalls and a descent under the New River Gorge Bridge. Expect stocked aid stations, a 10 hour cutoff and a finisher medal.

Tackle a scenic, rugged 25K on Pilot Mountain trails, winding up to the summit and around Jomeokee Pinnacle. Limited to 125 runners, this February 21 event includes stocked aid stations, a long sleeve tech shirt, and a hot post race meal.

Tackle Froggy Mountain Warrior 100, a winter 100 mile group run in Galax, VA raising funds for veterans with 22toomany. Ten rugged 10 mile loops, big climbs and winter conditions make for a raw, rewarding self supported challenge.

Run through old growth forest at Montvale Park with 5 mile and 8.4 mile trail options that mix technical singletrack and creek crossings. Field is small and capped at 225 runners with virtual entries available for both distances.

Take on the Trail Nut 10k or Half Marathon on March 14, 2026 in Bedford, VA with in person and virtual options. Tackle rolling single track through wooded trails, enjoy park amenities, and keep an eye out for deer and turtles.

Hit scenic trails around Terrapin Mountain in Sedalia VA on March 21 2026 with 50k and half marathon options. Enjoy swag including a terrapin mug, full aid stations, free tent camping and a post race meal while supporting local youth.

Help rebuild the Free Clinic of Central Virginia by joining the Rise and Rebuild 5K in Lynchburg on March 28. Run or walk a scenic out and back on paved bikeways from Linkhorne Middle School, with in person, youth and virtual options.

Tackle the Mineshaft 10k through scenic backcountry on the Glenwood Horse Trail, with a mile climb, rock gardens and a steep final descent. Field capped at 100 with shuttle start and a virtual RNUTS option.

The Happy Camper Trail Race will take place in Bedford on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Run the scenic New River Trail in Fries Virginia on flat dirt out and back courses that follow the river and Chestnut Creek. Distances from 10K to 100k suit every trail runner, with aid stations and a buckle for 100k finishers.

Run the Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50K in Galax, Virginia on April 18, 2026. Tackle 1 mile loops with about 500 feet gain per loop and a 16 hour cutoff, while enjoying aid stations, hot meals and free camping.

Experience four scenic 15.5 mile loops through New River Gorge at Falling Water Ultras with solo and relay options and onsite weekend camping. Tough trails, creek crossings, and community support benefit Adventure Appalachia.

Brave the winter trails of the Blue Ridge at Hellgate 100K++, a 66.6 mile mountain course in Natural Bridge Station, Virginia. Finish within 18 hours for a shot at the 2027 Western States lottery.