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Flag Rock 5K Trail Run

Name: Flag Rock 5K Trail Run
Start: 2026-08-13
End: 2026-08-13
Location: Norton

Norton, United States • 13 Aug 2026

Flag Rock 5K Trail Run

The Flag Rock 5K Trail Run is a five kilometer trail race held on the City of Norton’s Flag Rock Area Trails within the Flag Rock Recreation Area in Norton, VA. The course takes place on the trail system inside the recreation area and is presented as part of the High Knob Outdoor Fest.

The High Knob Outdoor Fest is a weeklong festival running Aug. 8 to Aug. 15, 2026, that features outdoor trips, activities, and presentations focused on non-motorized outdoor recreation. The race is one of the festival events and all proceeds from the event benefit the continuation of the High Knob Outdoor Fest.

The event is hosted by the High Knob Outdoor Fest, the High Knob Destination Center, and the City of Norton. Entry pricing listed for the 5K shows a registration fee of $20.00 and a total cost of $23.50 including taxes and fees. Registration for the event closes on Wed, Aug 12 at 11:59 PM ET. The listed venue address is 1231 12th Street SW, Norton, VA, with the race using the Flag Rock Area Trails in the Flag Rock Recreation Area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Norton

Race information

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5 km

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

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