Mountain City
Trail Running Calendar near Mountain City 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Mountain City for 2026-2027! We've gathered 16 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Experience a scenic 5 mile climb with 1600 feet of elevation gain at the Mount Jefferson Ascent in North Carolina featuring mountain music and custom finisher bells.
Community 5K in Abingdon, VA on September 19, 2026 supporting Literacy Partners with a $20 registration and proceeds directed to literacy programs and a NYC Marathon fundraiser.
October 2026
A technical 13.1-mile trail half marathon in Steele Creek Park with over 2,000 ft of climbing, limited to 100 runners; proceeds support park trail improvements.
A timed loop running festival in Damascus Town Park offering 3 hour, 6 hour and 12 hour races on a scenic one mile loop, with camping for registered runners, live music, food trucks, aid stations, and awards.
A 100 mile point to point on the Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon, Virginia. USATF certified course with crew access, well stocked aid stations and chip timing, serving as the final leg of the From Start to Heart series.
November 2026
Community 5K and 1K Fun Run in Abingdon on November 7, 2026 supporting Alvarado Bible Church youth headed to the 2027 ARISE conference.
Join the Harbin Branch Veterans Run in Mountain City for a USATF sanctioned trail race featuring 6 mile, 4 mile, and 1K distances at Doe Mountain Recreation Area.
December 2026
Dashing thru Damascus on December 5, 2026 pairs rail trail running in Damascus, VA with an optional polar plunge and sauna for a winter event.
Experience a free 17 mile trail run along the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail. Hosted by the State of Franklin Track Club, this cup less event features handmade mementos for select finishers and post race refreshments in Damascus.
April 2027
Trail event in Bristol, VA with 50K, 25K, and a 3 mile walk on riverside trails, bridges, and a climb to a fire tower.
May 2027
Trail races in Mouth of Wilson, VA on May 1 to 2, 2027 offering 50 mile, 50k, 25k and 8 mile courses with elevation, awards and finisher medals.
June 2027
Experience the beauty of Doe Mountain with a 13K, 25K, or 50K trail run featuring a climb up a historic 60 foot fire tower for panoramic views.
Point to point ultras on the Virginia Creeper Trail with long downhill sections, 50-mile and 55K courses, and a 25K Pepsi Challenge finishing in Abingdon.