Mint Springs Trail 5K++ – Crozet, VA 2026

Date
May 9, 2026
Location
Crozet, VA
Venue
6659 Mint Springs Park Road
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$18.00
Events
Mint Springs Trail 5K
Includes
T-Shirt - Unisex
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On May 9, 2026, the Mint Springs Trail 5K++ takes place in Crozet, Virginia at Mint Springs Park Road. This trail running event covers 3.9 miles and starts at 8:00 AM. The entry fee is $18.00, making it an affordable option for runners looking to test themselves on trail terrain. The early morning start time allows participants to beat the heat and tackle the course during optimal conditions. Located in the foothills of central Virginia, this race offers trail runners a chance to experience the local terrain without traveling far from the Charlottesville area.

From the Race Organizer
Come join us for the 12th ANNUAL Mint Springs Trail 5K++ at Mint Springs Valley Park in beautiful Crozet, Virginia. This is a family friendly event, but is also a challenging trail 5K course for runners of any experience level. The course winds up Bucks Elbow Mountain, through beautiful single track trails with views of the valley below, and finally winds around the ponds before finishing by the playground above the lakes. This is a great event for top runners, families, and hikers alike! *The "++" is because this course is measures closer to 3.9 miles, and has 860ft of elevation gain and loss. All finishers receive a T-shirt and can say they've finished "The Toughest 5K in the Commonwealth!" We will have awards for the top 3 finishers overall as well as top three in the following age groups, for both male and female: Kids 12-U, 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Sorry no dogs. This is also the first race in the 11th annual Charlottesville Summer Trail Running Series -

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mint Springs Trail 5K++ – Crozet, VA 2026?

Mint Springs Trail 5K++ – Crozet, VA 2026 takes place on May 9, 2026. The race is held in Crozet, Virginia.

Where is Mint Springs Trail 5K++ – Crozet, VA 2026 held?

Mint Springs Trail 5K++ – Crozet, VA 2026 is held at 6659 Mint Springs Park Road in Crozet, Virginia.

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