Frozen Toe 10K

Roanoke, United States • 10 Jan 2026

Event overview

The Frozen Toe 10k is scheduled for January 10, 2026 in Roanoke, VA. The event includes an in-person 10 km trail race, a virtual 10k option, and a bundle option tied to the RNUTS series. A snow date is set for January 17, 2026 at Moneta Park if the National Park Service permit is canceled for the primary date. Registration has tiered fees and the virtual option has a separate fee; virtual registrants receive race gear with different items depending on registration date.

Course, logistics and rules

The race uses the Chestnut Ridge Loop Trail, a 5.6-mile single-track loop around the Roanoke Mountain Campground that connects to Welcome Valley Road and the New Hope Christian Church event headquarters. The church provides a nearby facility and parking. There is one water/Gatorade aid station located at mile 3.4. Walkers are welcome. Event rules include no dogs, visible bib numbers worn on the front, following marked trail flags, courteous passing, and no amplified music or Bluetooth speakers on course. Packet pickup is scheduled at local partner locations in the days before the event and at the church on race day. Awards are given to the top three male and female overall finishers, first male and female 40+, and the top three in 13 age groups from 14 and under through 70+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
Frozen Toe 10k
10 km
Frozen Toe 10k Virtual Run
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