Paradise Springs 10k
Clifton, United States • 28 Feb 2026
Event overview
The event on February 28, 2026 takes place at Paradise Springs, 13219 Yates Ford Rd, Clifton, VA. Distances offered:
- 5k
- 10k
The course is a technical trail route through Hemlock Overlook Park and down by the river, with significant elevation changes and a technical rock section. The 10k consists of two laps of the 5k route. Points from these races count toward the Year-Long 5k, 10k, and Back of the Pack series and toward the Sippin Series. A virtual race option is available.
Runners receive a glass of wine from Paradise Springs, a finisher medal, a technical (Dri-fit) event shirt, and chip timing.
Logistics and services
Registration fees are listed as $35 for the 5k and $50 for the 10k through Feb 15, with higher prices afterward; prices increase by $5 on race morning. T-shirts are guaranteed for runners registered before Feb 18; sizes for race-day registrants cannot be guaranteed. Packet pickup is available at the event; organizers recommend arriving about one hour before the race to check in. Race-day registration will be offered.
Water stations: three on the 10k (approx. miles 2.3, 3.1, 5.4) and one on the 5k (approx. mile 2.3); Gatorade will be available at some stations. Restrooms are located in the winery. Final results and series points will be posted after the event; live results will be available on a results service and via a QR code at the race. The event partners with the John P. Mayhugh Foundation, which supports work on PTS, TBI, and addiction. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.