Clinch River Days Festival 5.5K Trail Challenge Run

Saint Paul, United States • 30 May 2026

Clinch River Days Festival 5.5K Trail Challenge Run

The Clinch River Days Festival 5.5K Trail Challenge Run is a trail race scheduled for May 30, 2026, at 16360 Bush Pl, Saint Paul, VA, behind the Tate, Inc. factory building. The event is part of the SFTC Trail Racing Series and covers a distance of 5.5 kilometers.

The course is almost entirely on trail. The opening mile is mainly steep uphill. The following miles include downhill and level running; one section is described as downhill on grass and gravel. The final section follows the Clinch River, runs on level gravel, and finishes on pavement.

Registration details are provided for a limited period in spring 2026. Registration opens on April 25, 2026, and closes on May 25, 2026. A pre-registration fee of $21 applies before May 24, 2026; the regular fee is $25. Credit cards are accepted on the day of the event with a $1 surcharge. An entry form is available online.

Volunteers and donors are requested to support the event. The description above reflects course layout, location, series affiliation, and registration conditions as provided for this edition of the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

6 km
5.5k Trail Challenge Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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