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.
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
Inaugural rail-trail event in Damascus, VA combining a half marathon, a 5K, and an optional polar plunge with sauna.
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 races in Bristol, Virginia offering 50K and 25K routes with riverside trails, swinging bridges, aid stations, and chip timing by Zen Arcade Timing.
A Bristol, Virginia trail weekend featuring a 50K, 25K and 3-mile walk across riverside trails, swinging bridges, trestles, and a climb to a fire tower.
May 2027
A 12K trail run in Norton VA on May 22 2027 supporting a seniors supplement program at the local farmers market.
June 2027
Point to point ultras on the Virginia Creeper Trail with 50 mile, 55K and 25K options, an opening downhill through National Forest, and finishes in Abingdon at Sweetbay Brewing Co.
A multi-distance trail endurance event in Norton, Virginia featuring High Knob terrain, scenic ridgelines, major elevation gain, and well-supported aid stations.
August 2027
A 5K trail race on the Flag Rock Area Trails in Norton, VA on August 14, 2027, held as part of the High Knob Outdoor Fest with proceeds supporting the festival.
September 2027
A 13.6 mile loop race around the Mountain Fork watershed starting and finishing at High Knob Observation Tower in Norton VA with 1,600 feet of elevation gain.
A 100 mile trail ultramarathon on the Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon, VA, with USATF certified course, crew access, aid stations, and chip timing.
October 2027
A 10 km race in Norton, VA that climbs more than 2,000 feet to the 4,200 foot High Knob summit on October 2, 2027; registration coming soon.