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Chessie Trail Marathon

Lexington, United States • 25 Oct 2025

The Chessie Trail Marathon, held in Lexington, Virginia, is a scenic running event along the Chessie Nature Trail, a top-rated rail trail in the Shenandoah Valley. The race offers multiple distances: a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 26.2-mile relay. The course features a smooth, flat gravel and grass surface, running alongside the Maury River through farmland, forests, and historic canal and rail remnants.

Runners enjoy a peaceful, traffic-free route with abundant wildlife and fall foliage. The event is USATF-sanctioned and Boston Marathon qualifying. Amenities include custom swag, aid stations, and a festive post-race party.

Walkers are welcome in shorter races, and a virtual option is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Lexington

Race information

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26 mi
26.2 Relay
26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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