Operation Arrowhead

Union Hall, United States • 27 Jun 2026

Operation ARROWHEAD 2026

Operation ARROWHEAD 2026 is scheduled for June 27, 2026, at the Smith Mountain Cooperative Wildlife Management Area in Sandy Level, Virginia. The event uses an out-and-back course described as "straight as an arrow" and covers a distance of 10 miles with an elevation gain of 1,991 ft.

Participants choose between three load options identified as LIGHT, STANDARD, and HEAVY. The corresponding dry weights for these options are 10 pounds, 25 pounds, and 50 pounds. Registration is offered under three ticket types named Operation ARROWHEAD LIGHT, Operation ARROWHEAD, and Operation ARROWHEAD HEAVY; each ticket is listed with a base price of $85 plus $5.95 tax.

The event location is given as Sandy Level, 2999 Jasmine Rd, Sandy Level, VA 24161, USA. The listing describes the course format and the load choices along with the distance and total elevation gain. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
Operation Arrowhead Light
10 mi
Operation Arrowhead Heavy
10 mi
Operation Arrowhead
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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