RRRC Bear Creek 10 Mile Trail Run
Cumberland, United States • 22 Feb 2026
Event overview
The RRRC Bear Creek 10 Mile & Mini Trail Runs take place February 21–23, 2026 at Bear Creek Lake State Park in Cumberland, VA. The event includes in-person and virtual options and is organized as trail races through Cumberland State Forest and Bear Creek Lake State Park. The main course is a 10-mile loop through piedmont hills. A new Mini course of 4.2 miles follows park trails, Willis River Trail single track, and the Cumberland Multi-Use Trail. Both in-person races start and finish at Bear Creek Lake State Park.
Distances and entry
- 10 miles - in-person and virtual options
- 4.2 miles - Mini Trail Run in-person
Registration and caps: in-person entries are capped at 275 total participants (200 for the 10-mile race and 75 for the Mini). Entry fees listed are $50 for the 10-mile in-person race, $45 for the Mini in-person race, and $20 for the Virtual 10 Mile Run. The in-person races are open to ages 14 and up. Virtual registration ends February 22, 2026.
Logistics, awards, and other info
Packet pickup and check-in are on race morning at the Bear Creek Lodge. A park entrance fee is included with race registration; parking is limited. In 2025, 90% of participants finished the 10-mile course in under 3 hours. All finishers receive a race sticker. Gift certificates will be awarded to top finishers by overall and age categories. Richmond Road Runners Club will donate $1 from each registration to the Friends of Bear Creek Lake State Park. Volunteer roles are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.