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Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run

Abingdon, United States • 13 Dec 2025

Event

The Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run takes place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Abingdon, Virginia. The event is a 17 miles trail run on the Virginia Creeper Trail, with the start location listed as Alvarado Station, 21198 Alvarado Road, Abingdon, VA 24211. The run is free and is hosted by the State of Franklin Track Club. It is part of the club’s Trail Series and Long Distance Series competitions.

Course and logistics

For 2025 the course will be run as an out-and-back from Alvarado Station to the Abingdon Trailhead due to storm damage from Hurricane Helene. The event is cup-less; collapsible cups will be available at packet pickup and runners may use their own hydration systems at aid stations. Hot beverages and snacks will be provided at the finish.

Awards and special notes

Traditional awards are not given. Handmade mementos will be presented to the overall male and female finishers, the person who finishes in the middle of the pack, and the final finisher. The 2025 memento is a zippered shoe bag with the State of Franklin Track Club logo. Additional race information is available from the race website. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Abingdon

Race information

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17 mi
17 Miles
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