High Bridge Challenge

Farmville, United States • 20 Jun 2026

High Bridge Challenge

The High Bridge Challenge combines two Virginia Adventures races on High Bridge Trail State Park in Farmville, VA. The challenge requires completing a paired set of races—the Freight Train in May and the Night Train in June—and awards a special handcrafted prize to participants who finish both.

Both events use the High Bridge Trail, a former rail corridor converted to a state park. The trail is generally flat and includes bridge crossings; the Freight Train course crosses the bridge twice. The Night Train is held in the evening and is described as running under fireflies and moonlight, with a finish that includes a bridge crossing.

Combo options include:

  • 26k Combo: Night Train 5k plus Freight Train Half Marathon
  • Marathon Combo: Night Train Half Marathon plus Freight Train Half Marathon
  • 100k Combo: Night Train 50k plus Freight Train 50k
  • 150k Combo: Night Train 50k plus Freight Train 100k

Early registration pricing applies for entries submitted before April 1, with higher fees starting April 1. Registration closes May 7. The event location is listed as 213 North Street, Farmville, VA, and it is organized by Virginia Adventures. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

150 km
150k Combo
100 km
100k Combo
Marathon
Marathon Combo
26 km
26k Combo
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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