Charles City
Trail Running Calendar near Charles City 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Charles City for 2026-2027! We've gathered 13 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Trail festival at Pocahontas State Park offering a 10k and a half marathon on redesigned looped trails with chip timing and on-course water stations.
First annual 4 miles trail run and hike at York River State Park on October 10, 2026. Dirt trails include single track and gravel, the format is non competitive, all finishers receive medals and leashed dogs are allowed.
Community 5K at Pole Green Park in Mechanicsville, VA with a grass course, $25 entry, on-site packet pickup and bibs plus timing chips provided.
Twilight 5K in Elberon VA starting and finishing at the Goat Tower, with trails through soy and corn fields, a kid's run, music, and awards.
A 24-hour endurance event at Greensprings Interpretive Trail in Williamsburg supporting The Arc of Greater Williamsburg, where participants aim for distances like a marathon or 50 miles.
Halloween-themed 5k and 10k at Indian Fields Tavern/5 Fields Brewing Co. with costume judging, official timing, finisher medal and a finish-line beer.
A 5K along the Virginia Capital Trail in Rocketts Landing, VA on October 31, 2026, with in-person and virtual entry options and views of the James River.
A Halloween 5K run/walk at Pamplin Historical Park on October 31, 2026, with a costume contest and age-category awards.
November 2026
A free Thanksgiving community event at Pocahontas State Park featuring a cross-country 5K and a short kids fun run. Registration is required; the day includes alumni photos, raffle drawings, and optional donations for a memorial award supporting loca..
December 2026
Trail races on the Bright Hope Trail at Pocahontas State Park offering 5k, 10k and half marathon distances with chip timing, water stations and a virtual option.
January 2027
Snowy Owl 10 Mile is a winter trail race at York River State Park on Jan 3, 2027, featuring technical single track, fire roads, and about 600 feet of elevation gain. The course includes three aid stations and a finisher medal.
April 2027
A team trail relay at Pocahontas State Park featuring lakeside single track loops, camping village amenities, and team formats from sprint to ultra.
May 2027
A trail run of about 10k that features roots, gravel, rough terrain and low hanging branches. Water stops are self serve and participants must bring their own hydration; wave starts are used to manage trail volume.