Montvale Trail Races
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About the race
The Montvale Trail Races present two on‑site distances and a virtual option at Montvale Park in Bedford County on February 27, 2027. The park contains a 6.5 mile trail system that runs through old growth forest and provides the setting for both courses. Registration opens in November and the event is capped at 225 runners because of limited parking.
Distances
- 5 miles course through Creekside, Cliffhanger, Coyote Ridge and Soggy Bottom.
- 8.4 miles course combining field, walking path and many of the same singletrack sections.
- Virtual option available, counts as an RNUTS qualifying race.
Course notes: the 5 mile course starts after the creek crossing on Creekside Trail and finishes at the pavilion after returning over the creek; measured by bike odometer at about 5 miles, GPS devices may show ~4.5 miles. The 8.4 mile course starts near the pavilion, crosses a field and creek, traverses Yellow Drum, Cliffhanger, Coyote Ridge and other trails; measured by bike odometer at about 8.4 miles, GPS devices may show ~7.75 miles.
Awards: unique awards for the top three overall male and female and first place masters in each race, plus medals to the top three in 13 male and female age groups.
Race day rules include no dogs, visible race number on the front, no short cutting, courtesy when passing, and no amplified music on course or in start and finish areas. Parking is limited and carpooling is advised. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
