Mendota
Trail Running Calendar near Mendota 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Mendota 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.
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.
The Hellbender 10K in Norton, VA is a 10 km road race on October 3, 2026 that climbs more than 2,000 ft to the 4,200 ft High Knob summit.
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.
Community 5K on the Mendota Trail with river views; proceeds split equally between Mendota Kids Club and St. Jude.
December 2026
Rail-trail running on the Creeper Trail in Damascus, VA with a 5K, half marathon and an optional polar plunge and sauna amid weekend holiday events.
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
A multi-distance trail weekend in Bristol, VA with riverside trails, swinging bridges, a fire tower climb, chip timing, and a linked three-race series.
June 2027
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.
A multi-distance trail endurance event in Norton, Virginia featuring High Knob terrain, scenic ridgelines, major elevation gain, and well-supported aid stations.
September 2027