Nail the Rail 9 Miler

Martinsville, United States • 28 Feb 2026

Event overview

Nail the Rail 9 Miler/5 Miler takes place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in Martinsville, Virginia. The event includes three options: a 9 mile race, a 5 mile race, and a virtual entry. The venue is the Dick & Willie Passage Virginia Avenue Trailhead at 1094 Virginia Ave, Martinsville, VA 24112.

Course and registration

The 9 mile course starts at trail milepost 0, goes to milepost 4.5, and returns to milepost 0. The 5 mile race follows the same start with a turnaround at trail milepost 2.5. Participants may attempt to complete the 9 mile course in 60 minutes or less.

Race day registration and packet pick up are scheduled from 7:30 to 8:45 am. Event entry fees listed on the organizer page are:

  • 9 miles: $40
  • 5 miles: $35
  • Virtual: $40

Prices for the 5 mile and 9 mile events increase after January 31, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST. Virtual registration ends February 25, 2026 at 12:00 pm EST. A course map is available from the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

9 mi
Nail the Rail 9 Miler
5 mi
Nail the Rail 5 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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