Bull Run Run 50 Miler
Clifton, United States • 4 Apr 2026
Event
The Bull Run Run is a 50-mile trail race held in Clifton, Virginia. The 2026 race will be the 32nd running. The event is organized within the Virginia Happy Trails Running Club framework and complies with the club’s Event Participant Medical Policy and Policy on Race Cancellation. The race offers a team competition and is Trail Sisters approved, with equal podiums and awards and menstrual products available at aid stations.
Course and setting
The course runs within a linear park that generally parallels the Occoquan River and Bull Run. It traverses forested, rolling terrain and includes stretches that pass through extensive bluebell stands. The race incorporates a Civil War theme that recognizes historical battles that occurred in the area.
Entry and location
Entry is open with a listed price of $125. Registration closes March 31, 2026. The event is open to ages 18 to 99 and uses a 13-hour time limit. The start/finish location is listed at Hemlock Overlook Regional Park, 13269 Yates Ford Road, Clifton, VA 20124. Additional event information, volunteer and course details are provided by the organizer through the race information pages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.