Reston
Trail Running Calendar near Reston 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Reston for 2026-2027! We've gathered 73 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
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 5K and Half Marathon along the C&O Canal in Georgetown on August 16, 2026, with in-person and virtual participation options including medal and shirt choices.
A 7K trail race at The Woodstock Equestrian Center in Dickerson, Maryland, presented as part of MCRRC's low key series for members. Non member registration has a $20 fee and runs from February 10, 2026 to August 16, 2026.
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.
Trail-based races at Mount Vernon District Park on September 6, 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km distances plus virtual participation options.
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.
Scenic 5K and Half Marathon along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal in Georgetown on September 12, 2026; virtual options and walkers accepted.
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 and half marathon along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal in Georgetown, Washington DC, offering in-person and virtual entry options with separate start locations for each race.
Scenic trail 5K and 10K around Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station on September 20, 2026, with in-person and virtual entry options.
An in-person event on September 26, 2026 in Brunswick, MD featuring a trail-based 5K and timed 3-hour and 6-hour challenges on a 5 mile loop. Proceeds support Brunswick High School Track and Field equipment.
Run On The Rocks in Point Of Rocks, MD on September 26, 2026 features 10 mile, half marathon and 20 mile events. The race is chip timed and includes participant shirts, finisher medals and age group awards.
A 5K and half marathon on the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path in Georgetown with in-person and virtual entry options on September 27, 2026.
An annual community 5K run and walk at Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood, Maryland on September 27, 2026, organized by MD District 15 Democratic Caucus. Offers adult and youth entries plus a free youth option with an accompanying adult.