Arctic 5k 2027 — Lynchburg, VA

Date
February 6, 2027
Location
Lynchburg, VA
Venue
Hydaway Outdoor Center
Start Time
9:00 AM
Sunrise
7:13 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $40.00
Events
5K
Includes
T-Shirt (guaranteed before Jan 28)
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Campus Recreation is proud to present the 14th Annual Arctic 5K Trail Race hosted at Hydaway Outdoor Center on Saturday, February 6, 2027. The Arctic 5K Trail Race is the 4th trail race in the Liberty Mountain Trail Series. The course is comprised of single track trail intermixed with some forest roads. This 5k is a great challenge and sure to be full of ice, sweat and tears. DATE | February 6, 2027 LOCATION | Hydaway Outdoor Center DISTANCE | 3.1 miles START TIME | 9 A.M. PACKET PICKUP | February 5 – LaHaye Rotunda from Noon-6 P.M. | February 6 – Hydaway from 8-8:45 A.M. (before the race) T-SHIRT | Featured giveaway t-shirt is guaranteed before Jan 28th registration. A limited number of extra shirts will be available on a first-come basis at packet pickup. AWARDS | Awards will be given to the top 3 male & female overall winners, top 3 male & female in each age group, and top male & female masters (>40 years of age) overall winners. Overall awards will be ranked by gun time, age group awards will be ranked on chip time. Door prizes will also be given out throughout the event. *LMTS FINISHER AWARDS | Awards will be given to all runners who participate in all 5 LMTS 2026-2027 races in April 2027 (Deep Hollow, Valley View, Reindeer Run, Arctic 5k, King of the Mountain). REFERRAL DISCOUNT | Be sure to refer your friends/family using your custom code after you register for the race. Refer 3 registrations and we will refund you $20! *Student discount applied at checkout

Course & Travel Notes

The Arctic 5k takes place in Lynchburg, Virginia on February 6, 2027, with a 9:00 AM start time, so you'll want to arrive with plenty of time before sunrise at 7:15 AM. Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH) is just 6.8 miles away, making it super convenient for flying in. February weather in Lynchburg typically ranges from a high of 50°F down to 26°F, and there's about a 29% chance of rain that day, so pack layers and bring rain gear just in case. The venue sits at 659 feet elevation, which is pretty mild, so you shouldn't have any altitude concerns for this race.

⛰️ 659 ft elevation☀️ Typically 50°F / 26°F · 29% chance of rain✈️ Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field (LYH) — 6.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Arctic 5k 2027 — Lynchburg, VA?

Arctic 5k 2027 — Lynchburg, VA takes place on February 6, 2027. The race is held in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Where is Arctic 5k 2027 — Lynchburg, VA held?

Arctic 5k 2027 — Lynchburg, VA is held at Hydaway Outdoor Center in Lynchburg, Virginia.

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