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Name: Lake Anna Turkey Trot Half
Start: 2026-11-27
End: 2026-11-27
Location: Spotsylvania Courthouse

Spotsylvania Courthouse, United States • 27 Nov 2026

Lake Anna Turkey Trot Half

The Lake Anna Turkey Trot takes place on November 27, 2026 at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA. The event offers both in-person and virtual participation options and lists multiple distance choices.

5 km trail run
10 km 50% trail, 50% paved road
Half marathon 50% trail, 50% paved road

Walkers are welcome to participate. Participants entering the park must pay the park entrance fee or use a valid state park pass to gain access. Virtual registration options include choices with or without a medal and with or without a shirt.

The event designation and course surfaces indicate a mix of natural trail sections and paved road segments within the state park setting. The venue address is Lake Anna State Park, 6800 Lawyers Rd, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA 22551. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Spotsylvania Courthouse

Race information

Registration

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

5 km

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

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