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Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run

Name: Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run
Start: 2026-05-23
End: 2026-05-23
Location: Norton

Norton, United States • 23 May 2026

Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run

The ninth annual Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run is held on the City of Norton Flag Rock Area Trails system in Norton, Virginia. The event lists the Norton Reservoir Trailhead as the trailhead location and is staged as a 12K trail outing.

Registration for the event closes on Wed, May 20 @ 11:59 PM ET. Runners who register by May 10, 2026 are guaranteed a race shirt.

Proceeds from the event benefit the Norton Friends and Farmers Market Senior Supplement Program. That program provides matching benefits to low income senior citizens, allowing them to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables at the farmers market. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Norton

Race information

Website Registration

12 km

12k Trail Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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