The Charlottesville Summer Trail Running Series takes place on May 9, 2026, in Charlottesville, Virginia, featuring a single 5-mile trail running event. The race utilizes multiple trail systems across the area, incorporating routes at Mint Springs, O-Hill, Boars Head, and Pen Park. The event starts at 8:00 AM and costs $75 to enter. This mid-distance trail run offers a solid option for runners looking to log trail miles in central Virginia during late spring. With the 5-mile distance, expect a format suited for intermediate to advanced trail runners seeking a workout without the commitment of longer ultramarathon distances.
From the Race Organizer
Come join us for the 2026 Charlottesville Summer Trail Running Series! This is a fun, relaxed, low-cost summer trail running series with 4 trail races from 5K to 5-miles in distance, all in the Charlottesville/Crozet area. In addition to individual race prizes, there will be overall and top age group finisher prizes for the series, based upon cumulative time from all 4 races. Runners who complete all 4 races in the series will receive a Summer Series Finisher technical running shirt at the last race, and runners completing 3 out of 4 races will receive a cotton finishers shirt. Runners must register for the series in advance to be eligible for the Series Finisher Shirt . Additionally, all runners will receive a t-shirt for the first race. There will also be age group awards for both men and women in the top three in the following age groups for each race as well as for the entire series: Kids 12-U, 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. The series races sell out every year and we continue to expect high demand this year, so register now! **Sorry, no dogs in any of the races** **No refunds after May 1st** Races and Dates: Mint Springs Trail 5k++ - Saturday May 9rd, 8:00am, Mint Springs Valley Park, Crozet O-Hilly Trail 5k - Tuesday June 9th, 7:00pm, O-Hill, Charlottesville Boar's Head Turn and Burn (5 miles) - Saturday July 11th, 7:30am, Boar's Head Resort, Charlottesville Late Summer Meltdown 4-Miler - Tuesday August 11th, 7:00pm, Pen Park, Charlottesville The cost for the entire 4-race series is just $75, or $65 for paid CATs members. Kids 12 and under are $35. You will receive a series finisher shirt, a t-shirt for the Mint Springs Trail 5k, the Summer Series BBQ/Cookout at the last race, as well as other finisher awards and top finisher awards throughout the series! For the CATS member discount, go to https://runsignup.com/Club/VA/Charlottesville/CharlottesvilleAreaTrailRunners to see if you're a current paid CATS member - if so, login using your Runsignup login information and your discount will be applied automatically at checkout. If you're not a member, we would love to have you signup to support the club! Register now and guarantee your entry into the series!!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 9.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Charlottesville, VA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Charlottesville Summer Trail Running Series 2026 — Charlottesville, VA?
Charlottesville Summer Trail Running Series 2026 — Charlottesville, VA takes place on May 9, 2026. The race is held in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Where is Charlottesville Summer Trail Running Series 2026 — Charlottesville, VA held?
Charlottesville Summer Trail Running Series 2026 — Charlottesville, VA is held at Mint Springs/O-Hill/Boars Head/Pen Park in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Where can I find hotels near Charlottesville Summer Trail Running Series 2026 — Charlottesville, VA?
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