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Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon

Covington, United States • 13 Jun 2026

Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon

The Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon is an annual running event held in Covington, Virginia. Organized by the Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Tourism, the event utilizes the Jackson River Scenic Trail as its primary venue. This trail provides participants with views of the surrounding mountains and the Jackson River.

The event features several race distances to accommodate different preferences:

  • Marathon
  • Half Marathon
  • 10K
  • 5K
  • 1 Mile Fun Run

All races utilize the Intervale Trailhead as the centralized start and finish location. The course is situated within the Alleghany Highlands, offering a natural setting characterized by river views and local wildlife. Lodging options are available in the surrounding area for those traveling to the event. The race is scheduled to take place on a Saturday in mid-June. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Covington

Race information

Website
26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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