Big Island
Trail Running Calendar near Big Island 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Big Island for 2026-2027! We've gathered 14 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Camp Bethel PEP! 5K Run/Walk is the tenth annual trail event at Camp Bethel in Fincastle, VA. The 5K course runs across trails, fields, and forests on 470 acres and supports Camp Bethel through fees and sponsors.
October 2026
A multi duration trail running event at Falling Creek Park in Bedford, VA on October 17 to 18, 2026, featuring 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour solo races plus team relays. The park offers camping and family amenities.
Two marked trail distances start and finish at Smith Mountain Lake State Park Beach Pavilion. Courses feature lake views, aid stations, GPX files, included park entry, and facilities near the start and finish.
November 2026
A 24 hour ultra at Riverside Park in Lynchburg, VA that uses a single 0.84 mile paved loop. Runners can enter solo or as a team and compete over a published 100 Miles distance while passing the same start and aid area each lap.
Multi-distance trail race in Montebello, VA on November 7, 2026 featuring 100K, 50 mile, and 50K courses through Blue Ridge singletrack and forest roads.
A 5 mile trail race at Hydaway Outdoor Center in Lynchburg, VA, the second event in the Fall Liberty Mountain Trail Series held in memory of Major Mike Donahue.
December 2026
A holiday-themed 2 Mile trail race at Hydaway Outdoor Center in Lynchburg with post-race cookies and cocoa, awards, packet pickup, and community donation options.
February 2027
A 3.1 mile trail race at Hydaway Outdoor Center in Lynchburg on February 6 2027 with a $30 entry fee, awards, guaranteed T shirt for early registration, and packet pickup options.
March 2027
Experience the 20th anniversary of the Terrapin Mountain 50k and Half Marathon featuring the beautiful trails of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Sedalia Virginia
April 2027