Montvale Trail Races
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Montvale Trail Races
The Montvale Trail Races are scheduled for February 27, 2027 at Montvale Park in Bedford County. The event includes two measured trail distances that follow the park's singletrack and connector trails through an old growth forest and finish at the pavilion after a creek crossing.
Distances
- 5 miles
- 8.4 miles
Registration opens in November and fee tiers increase over time. Early registration fees until December 30 are $30 for the 5 mile and $35 for the 8.4 mile. Subsequent registration windows raise fees in January and February, with higher race week pricing. A virtual option is available for $25 and counts as a qualifying race for the RNUTS series; virtual registrants receive race apparel with specifics depending on registration date.
The trail system is about 6.5 miles in total and the two courses use different combinations of named trails, with approximate distances measured by bike odometer and showing slightly lower GPS values. The race is capped at 225 runners because of limited parking at the park. Organizers advise carpooling and close parking where possible. Packet pickup occurs on the days before the race and on race morning at the park.
Awards are given to top overall and masters finishers plus age group medals for 13 male and female age brackets, with medals to the top three in each group. Race rules include no dogs on course, visible race numbers worn on the front, following the marked trail, and restrictions on amplified music on course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
