Sandy Bottom 8-Hour Training Run
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Sandy Bottom 8-Hour Training Run : Hampton, VA
The Sandy Bottom Training Runs are held at Sandy Bottom Nature Park in Hampton, Virginia on January 9, 2027. The event offers timed loop running options on an approximately 5 km flat trail course.
Distances and formats:
- 8 hour event
- 4 hour event
- 5 km run
The course uses portions of the Fallen Oak, Wetlands, Whispering Pines, Otey Shelton, Trillium, and Lake trails and is described as very flat and well marked. The Start/Finish area is adjacent to the Lakeside Pavilion. A GPX file and official park map are available for the course.
Facilities and logistics include park parking and setup beginning at sunrise, a rented large shelter with 15 picnic tables on a first-come basis, and space for small tents up to 10x10 canopies. Runners should not bring tarps or similar ground coverings. There is a heated restroom in the Nature Center that opens later in the morning and additional bathrooms near the playground available earlier.
The event is cupless; participants should bring their own hydration device. Water, sports drink, and food will be available at the aid station, with gluten-free, vegan, and nondairy options. All runners receive a homemade medal; additional swag and top-3 overall awards for women and men are offered. Registration closes January 8 at 11:59 PM ET. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
