Virginia Trail Running Festival

Fries, United States • 11-12 Oct 2025

The Virginia Trail Running Festival, held in Max Meadows, Virginia, is an exciting trail running event featuring 100-mile, 100-mile relay, and 50-mile race options. Scheduled for October 11-12, 2025, the festival offers challenging courses with moderate elevation gains—1,500 feet for the 100-mile and 750 feet for the 50-mile race. Runners have cutoffs of 32 hours for the 100-mile and 17 hours for the 50-mile distances. The event provides detailed maps, aid station information, and a comprehensive runner handbook to support participants. It fosters a spirited atmosphere for endurance trail runners seeking adventure in scenic Virginia terrain. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 mi
1500 m+
100 Mile
100 mi
1500 m+
100 Mile Relay
50 mi
750 m+
50 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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