Rockville
Trail Running Calendar near Rockville 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Rockville for 2026-2027! We've gathered 11 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
An eight-hour loop race at Powhatan State Park on October 17, 2026 with solo, relay and Parent Loop options on an approximately 2.7-mile trail loop.
A sloth-themed race day at Metro Richmond Zoo on 10/17/2026 with a kids 1 mile, an all-terrain 5k, a 2 mile obstacle course, and a virtual 5k.
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.
A family friendly color run on October 18, 2026 in Midlothian offering 5K and 2K distances to raise funds for the ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation.
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.
November 2026
Late-fall trail event in Chesterfield for firefighters and law enforcement, offering 5K runs, a 5K ruck, and a 10K through wooded terrain.
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 half-marathon, 10k and 5k at Pocahontas State Park with chip timing, finisher coin, technical shirt and a virtual option.
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.