The Virginia Trail Running Festival is a popular annual event that attracts trail running enthusiasts from across the country. Held in Fries, Virginia, and set for October 11, 2025, the festival offers multiple race options to suit various levels of runners, including a challenging 100-mile ultra, a 50-mile race, a 10-mile course, and a 100-mile relay for teams of up to six participants. The event takes place on the scenic New River Trail, a historic 57-mile rails-to-trails route, offering stunning views of the New River and the surrounding nature. The timing of the event during the fall season adds an extra charm, as participants can enjoy vibrant foliage along the course.
Races
100 Mile
50 Mile
Race Date:
11 October, 2025
The 100-Mile Race at the Virginia Trail Running Festival takes runners on an epic journey along the New River Trail in Fries, Virginia, on October 11, 2025. With a total elevation gain of 457 meters, this scenic and predominantly flat course is ideal for ultrarunners aiming for personal milestones or exploring the 100-mile distance for the first time.
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FAQs
What is the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
How long is the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
Where does the Virgina Trail Running Festival take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
How can I prepare for the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
The 100-Mile Race at the Virginia Trail Running Festival takes runners on an epic journey along the New River Trail in Fries, Virginia, on October 11, 2025. With a total elevation gain of 457 meters, this scenic and predominantly flat course is ideal for ultrarunners aiming for personal milestones or exploring the 100-mile distance for the first time.
The Virgina Trail Running Festival is 161km long.
The Virgina Trail Running Festival takes place in Fries, Virginia, USA.
The Virgina Trail Running Festival elevation gain is 457 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
The 100-Mile Race at the Virginia Trail Running Festival takes runners on an epic journey along the New River Trail in Fries, Virginia, on October 11, 2025. With a total elevation gain of 457 meters, this scenic and predominantly flat course is ideal for ultrarunners aiming for personal milestones or exploring the 100-mile distance for the first time.
How long is the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
The Virgina Trail Running Festival is 161km long.
Where does the Virgina Trail Running Festival take place?
The Virgina Trail Running Festival takes place in Fries, Virginia, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
The Virgina Trail Running Festival elevation gain is 457 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Virgina Trail Running Festival?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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