This is a 1-mile running event held on National Trails Day in Rice, Virginia. The race takes place on June 6, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM at Camp Paradise Road (1466 Camp Paradise Road). Entry fees range from $30 to $35. Whether you're using this as a short speed workout, a casual local outing, or an introduction to trail running, the 1-mile distance makes it accessible for runners of varying fitness levels. If you're traveling to the area for this event, you'll want accommodation within easy driving distance of the venue to keep pre-race logistics simple.
From the Race Organizer
Celebrate National Trails Day by participating in the 15th running of the National Trails Day 5K at High Bridge Trail State Park. The park is a rail-to-trail conversion and is a wide, level surface with virtually no grade. The course is out and back across the historic half-mile long High Bridge. This event is sponsored by Friends of High Bridge Trail. All proceeds support park programs. Local Farmville businesses provide generous raffle prizes randomly selected during the awards ceremony. All runners are automatically entered into the drawing. Both runners and walkers are welcome. Start/Finish Location: 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966. $5.00 PARKING AT RACE SITE (Directions: located just 3 miles from downtown Farmville, follow Rt. 460 to Aspen Hill Road, follow Aspen Hill Road 1.7 miles crossing the High Bridge Trail. 1466 Camp Paradise Road is on the LEFT and clearly marked as the entrance to High Bridge Trail State Park. Follow paved Camp Paradise Rd. to parking lot at new visitor center. - - GPS: 1466 Camp Paradise Road (Aspen Hill Road -Rt. 601, Rice, VA 23966) REGISTRATION: Online registration $30, $35 (June 1 - June 6 - Race Day) Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. If the "in-person" 5K is canceled, all registrations will be moved to a Virtual 5K scheduled the same day. Family Pricing We are happy to encourage family participation. Save $2.50 per registration when a family of 4 or more registers together. This applies to immediate family members. Family pricing is not retro-active. All registrations must be completed in one transaction. This option is selected during registration. Pre Race Packet Pickup: FREE $5.00 parking voucher available for those that pickup their packet on Friday, June 5th. Friday, June 5, 11:30am – 6:00pm at Virginia's Heartland Regional Visitor Center, 121 E. Third Street, Farmville, VA 23901 (434)392-1482. Packet Pickup, Race Day Registration, Parking Race Day registration is available for $35. However, there is no "on-site" registration. Those registering can do so via their mobile device or computer before arriving at the start/finish. (Directions: located just 3 miles from downtown Farmville, follow Rt. 460 to Aspen Hill Road, follow Aspen Hill Road 1.7 miles crossing the High Bridge Trail. Camp Paradise Road is on the LEFT and clearly marked as the entrance to High Bridge Trail State Park. GPS: Aspen Hill Road (Rt. 601), Rice, VA 23966) Please note there is a $5.00 Virginia State Park parking fee collected on-site. (Those attending packet pickup on Friday, June 5th receive a complimentary $5.00 parking voucher.) Strollers and Pets Stollers appropriate for running/walking (ie. handbrake, tether, tire size) on a crushed gravel surface are allowed. The event reserves the right to deny participation of strollers it considers unsafe. Please reach out to the Race Director with any questions or concerns. Pets are not allowed to participate. Questions/Concerns: High Bridge Trail State Park at (434)315-0457 or Virginia's Heartland Regional Visitor Center at (434)392-1482.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 6.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Rice, 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
National Trails Day 5k 2026 — Rice, VA takes place on June 6, 2026. The race is held in Rice, Virginia.
Where is National Trails Day 5k 2026 — Rice, VA held?
National Trails Day 5k 2026 — Rice, VA is held at 1466 Camp Paradise Road in Rice, Virginia.
Where can I find hotels near National Trails Day 5k 2026 — Rice, VA?
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