Cerberus 3-Day Expedition Stage Race – New Castle, VA 2026

In Greek mythology, Cerberus is a THREE-headed dog who guards the gates of Hades. In adventure racing, Cerberus is the THREE-day stage race that we think will be pretty dog-gone fun! The second Cerberus Expedition Stage Race will take place from May 7-11, 2026 at Wilderness Adventure (11176 Peaceful Valley Rd, New Castle, VA 24127). The unique setup of this event allows racers to experience the thrill of multi-day racing without all of the sleep deprivation and dependency on a diet of solely sports nutrition. Each day will feature a unique course which allows teams up to 12 hours to complete and features a specific race discipline (paddling, cycling, trekking), though you will do several disciplines each day. There will be plenty of navigational challenges as well. The course will be designed to challenge both beginners and more advanced racers. For 2026, we are requiring PACK RAFTS rather than canoes, so variable May water levels won't be as much of a factor. Consequentially, we are a