Beaver Tail Trail 4 Miler 2026 — Chesterfield, VA

🌲 The Beaver Tail Trail 4-Miler 🦫 Presented by the =PR= Run Club The race will kick off the Chesterfield Outdoor Fest hosted by Pocahontas State Park in partnership with Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation . After the race, come back from noon until 5 p.m. to enjoy the celebration of outdoor spaces to enjoy the beer garden, live music, food trucks, outdoor demonstrations (fishing, kayaking, SUP, rock climbing, biking, hiking, and more!). Visit Chesterfield.gov/OutdoorFest for more details. • Location: Pocahontas State Park (Virginia’s largest state park!) • Date: National Public Lands Day — Saturday, September 26, 2026 • Time: 8:00 AM (Check-in begins at 7:00 AM near the Welcome Center) Bringing the Community Together: At the heart of the =PR= Run Club , we believe that running is about connection—connecting with each other, with nature, and with the beautiful spaces we share. Pocahontas State Park is a legendary local training ground, but it is incredibly rare to get the chance to lace up, pin on a bib, and actually race here. We are so deeply grateful to the teams at Chesterfield Parks & Recreation and Pocahontas State Park for their incredible support of outdoor activities and for opening up these trails to our community. This event is a true celebration of partnership, stewardship, and our shared love for the outdoors. The Course We’ll be circumventing the iconic Beaver Lake, taking you on a scenic tour of wide, highly runnable fire roads and beautiful sections of single-track, mixed with two short, technical sections to keep you on your toes. With some rolling hills to test your gears, this 4-mile cross-country themed footrace is the perfect blend of fast and gritty morning miles. Why You Can't Miss This: • Zero Parking Fees: Because it’s National Public Lands Day , park entry and parking are completely FREE all day long! • The Ultimate Outdoor Doubleheader: This race is proudly associated with the Chesterfield Outdoor Fest , which kicks off right inside the park from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM. Run your heart out in the morning, grab some breakfast, and stay to enjoy the festival and celebrate our public lands with the whole family. • Altra Footwear is Onsite: Our friends from Altra Running will be hanging out with a full demo fleet! You can test-drive their latest road and trail models before, during, or after the race to feel that signature foot-shaped toe box on the dirt. • The Hardware: We’ll be celebrating the swift feet at the front with awards for the Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers, as well as the Top Age Group Winners. Also, some runners will be selected throughout the pack for a random gift card giveaway to the =PR= Run & Walk - Midlothian shop. Logistics & Parking Packet Pickup: Swing by =PR= Run & Walk all day on Friday, September 25th to grab your bib early. If you can't make it then, onsite packet pickup will be available race morning from 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM near the State Park Visitors Center. • Race Day Check-In & Start: Onsite check-in near the Visitors Center and starting line closes at 7:45 AM, and the race starts promptly at 8:00 AM. Arrive early to park, grab your packet, and get warmed up. • Parking: There is plenty of space available! Drive all the way to the large parking lot at the end of State Park Road—from there, it’s just a short, easy walk straight to check-in. 🌍 Sustainability Disclaimer T o honor National Public Lands Day and minimize our footprint on the environment, The Beaver Tail Trail 4-Miler is a completely cupless race. Plenty of water and hydration will be fully available at the start/finish area, but we ask that you bring your own handheld bottle, vest, or reservoir to carry water with you if you need hydration during the actual 4-mile run. Let’s work together to keep Pocahontas State Park beautiful and litter-free! Come out early, celebrate our public lands, and start your weekend on the trails with the =PR= Run Club family. Let’s show our appreciation for the amazing parks that keep our community moving. See you at the starting line!