Gainesville
Trail Running Calendar near Gainesville 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Gainesville for 2026-2027! We've gathered 56 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A 6K cross country race beginning and ending at Death Ridge Brewery, using parts of the Verdun Adventure Bound course. The event features varied trails, ponds and bridged streams, race shirts for early registrants, and awards with proceeds supporting..
A relaxed practice run at Fountainhead Regional Park offering multiple distances up to 13.1 miles on August 2 and August 15, 2026. Entry is open but limited to 60 participants and runners are responsible for their own medical needs.
A 3 mile cross country race through Nottoway Park in Vienna, VA on 08/30/2026 with a kids dash and a club picnic that includes food and drinks. Registration is free for members and $10 for nonmembers.
September 2026
Cross country at Morven Park with a high school invitational plus an open 5K, featuring food trucks, music and a spectator friendly course.
Races on September 6, 2026 at Carderock Recreation Area in Potomac, MD offering 5K, 10K and Half Marathon courses described as fast and flat with virtual options.
Scenic trail 5K and 10K around Burke Lake in Fairfax Station on September 7, 2026, with virtual options and walkers welcome.
A women only trail event at Fountainhead Regional Park offering a half marathon and a 10k plus on September 12, 2026. Registration runs June 8 to September 1 and two training runs are scheduled in August.
A 5K running race hosted by Hartwood High School Cross Country on September 12, 2026 in Stafford, VA. It is the first annual StallionsXC Open and serves as the opening race of the Stallion Invitational, with high school races afterward.
Scenic trail 5K and 10K around Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station on September 20, 2026, with in-person and virtual entry options.
October 2026
Scenic 5K, 10K and half marathon courses through Burke Lake Park trails with in-person and virtual entry options; walkers are welcome.
Trail event at Prince William Forest Park with a 6.5 mile figure eight loop, a 30 km option, two aid stations, and an awards ceremony with a post race meal.
Experience a unique trail run through 1600 acres of former prison grounds at Laurel Hill Park. Choose between 5.4 or 10 mile distances on scenic singletrack featuring historic guard towers and open meadows.
A community trail event on October 11, 2026 at Bretton Woods Recreation Center in Darnestown, MD offering a 5K trail run and a 1 mile walk. The event raises funds and awareness for addiction prevention, education, and support.