Sterling
Trail Running Calendar near Sterling 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Sterling for 2026-2027! We've gathered 81 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
December 2026
Three distances on the C&O Canal path in Washington, DC, with chip timing, finisher medal, a virtual option, and series points for multiple race series.
A VHTRC holiday time 50k out and back on the Bull Run-Occoquan Trail from Hemlock Overlook to Fountainhead, with four aid stations and a GPX file for navigation. Entry includes lodge access, stocked aid stations, and a catered after party for $20.
A 13.1 mile out and back on the C&O Canal Towpath at Carderock Recreation Area with online registration, two water stops, live timing, and post-race refreshments.
Scenic trail 5k and 10k at Burke Lake Park on December 24 with chip timing, finisher medal, shirt guarantee, and a virtual option.
January 2027
A scenic Georgetown event with a half marathon and 5k on the C&O Canal path, offering chip timing, finisher medals, and a virtual option.
Chip timed 5K, 10K and half marathon along the C&O Canal at Carderock Recreation Area with medals, technical shirts, water stations and series points.
A 15.5 mile winter training run from Fountainhead along the blue blazed BROT to Bull Run Marina with minimal marking and limited water aid.
February 2027
A chip timed 5k and 1 miler at Three Fox Vineyard on a gravel and grass loop, with finisher medals, race shirts, live results, and a virtual option.
Scenic 5K, 10K and half marathon along the C&O Canal at Great Falls Maryland with chip timing, medals, technical shirts and a virtual race option.
A 7-mile out-and-back lollipop loop at Fountainhead Regional Park with rolling hills, minimal markings, shared pot-luck aid, and the chance to run multiple laps.
Scenic 8k and 16k along the Potomac River on the C and O Canal path with chip timing, a virtual option and series points.
March 2027
8 hour timed trail event on a 5.5 mile loop at Little Bennett Park in Clarksburg, MD on March 6, 2027.
A 15.5 mile training run on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail covering the northern section of the BRR 50 Miler with rolling terrain, a midway water table, and blue-blazed routing.
Point of Rocks on March 7, 2027 features a mostly flat gravel out and back with 5k, 10k and half marathon options, limited water stations and a virtual option.
Scenic, flat half and full marathons along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal in Georgetown with chip timing, finisher medal, technical shirt, and a Boston qualifying full marathon option.
Test your limits in Lorton at this elite backyard marathon featuring dedicated day and night loops. With a limited field of 65 runners and a chef supported aid station, it is the perfect venue for a personal best.
April 2027
A 50 mile trail race on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail near Clifton, Virginia, held April 3, 2027, with a 13 hour time limit and Trail Sisters approved support.
A cross country 5K at Red Shedman Farm Brewery on the Linganore Winecellars grounds, with a technical quarter zip and one pour for finishers and on-site picnic and tasting options.