50K ultramarathons in Virginia, United States in 2026

Rugged 50 km route through the southern Massanutten Mountains, tracing the area's industrial heritage near historic Catherine Furnace.

Flat out-and-back course on the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail with dirt, gravel, and pine needle surfaces under continuous tree shade

Low-key, no-cost ultrarun with limited participants and community-supplied aid stations near the start and finish area

Primarily flat, smooth rail trail out-and-back with roots and bog boards along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail

Challenging looped course in Douthat State Park featuring steep climbs, creek crossings, technical trails, waterfalls, and rhododendron tunnels

8-hour looped course on Sherando Park bike trails with rolling terrain, scenic views, minimal climbs, and support stations throughout

50K through Breaks Interstate Park: sandstone cliffs, canyon views, ridgelines, rocky singletrack, and demanding climbs and descents

Challenging out-and-back route from Camp Shenandoah with steep climbs to Elliott and Reddish Knobs, rugged ridgeline trails, and significant elevation gain.

Challenging mountain courses through national forests west of the Shenandoah Valley, featuring fall foliage and panoramic vistas on demanding terrain.

Trail ultramarathon festival through the untamed wilderness of Seven Bends State Park

50K on Sherando Park bike trails, with flowing dirt trails, a scenic park setting, and a start-finish hub by the Bike Park.

Shaded, rolling trails through Prince William Forest Park with mixed terrain, creek crossings, swinging bridges, and well-supported aid stations

Scenic course through Washington, D.C. sites with a supportive atmosphere, honoring Marine Corps tradition and welcoming all skill levels

Multi-lap 50K along wooded trails and parkland on the Noland Trail, featuring serene scenery and sections at the start and end of each lap.

Scenic trail course through the Blue Ridge mountains with single track, dirt and jeep trails, fall colors, and a 3.5-mile descent to Montebello

Flat rail trail with gentle inclines, sub-1500 feet elevation gain, downtown Farmville start, High Bridge crossings, generous 100k cutoff

Looped single-track trails with roots, rocks, rolling hills, short technical stretches, and fire road sections through northern Virginia

50k and 100k winter ultras on a relatively flat rail trail, with gentle inclines, low elevation gain, and two crossings of High Bridge

Certified 50K on a fast multi-loop out-and-back course, with smooth pacing rhythm and start/finish aid access each loop.

Out-and-back 50k route with flexible turnaround points, festive atmosphere, and emphasis on holiday spirit