New River Trail Races
Fries, United States • 11 Apr 2026
New River Trail Races - Fries, VA
The New River Trail Races take place along the New River and Chestnut Creek inside New River Trail State Park. The courses are 100% dirt, flat, and run entirely on the park trail. Each distance is an out and back route.
Distances:
- 100k
- 50k
- 25k
- 10k
- Free untimed 5k (race day only registration)
Aid stations are staffed and stocked with electrolyte drink, water, Coke, PB&J, salty snacks, candy, and fruit. Hot foods are available at selected aid stations. This is a cupless event; runners are required to carry at least one water bottle or cup because no disposable cups are provided.
Drop bags are allowed for the 50k and 100k and can be left at the start/finish area on race morning for delivery to the Cliffview turnaround. Drop bags will be returned to the finish area the same day; clearly mark bags with name and bib number.
Packet pick up is available Friday evening at the start/finish area and on race morning. Headlamps or flashlights are required for the 100k and are recommended for 50k runners. Parking is across a grassy field with limited lighting and a Virginia State Parks parking fee applies per vehicle unless a valid pass is held.
The 100k awards finishers with a buckle. Overall and age group awards are given across male, female, and nonbinary categories. Registration closes April 10. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.