New River Trail Races – Fries, VA 2026

Date
April 11, 2026
Location
Fries, VA
Venue
323 Firehouse Drive
Start Time
4:00 AM
Events
100k Registration$120.00Total: $131.30 (incl. taxes & fees)*Price after Nov 30: $135.00 ($147.27 incl. taxes/fees), 50K Registration$90.00Total: $98.12 (incl. taxes & fees)*Price after Nov 30: $105.00 ($115.32 incl. taxes/fees), 25K Registration$65.00Total: $71.56 (incl. taxes & fees)*Price after Nov 30: $80.00 ($87.50 incl. taxes/fees), New River Trail 10K Registration$25.00Total: $29.06 (incl. taxes & fees)*Price after Nov 30: $35.00 ($39.68 incl. taxes/fees)
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On April 11, 2026, the New River Trail Races take place in Fries, Virginia, at 323 Firehouse Drive. This event offers multiple distance options to suit different running goals: a 5K, 10K, 50K ultra, and 100K ultra. The 4:00 AM start time reflects the demands of the longer distances, giving ultramarathoners the full day to complete their efforts. Whether you're targeting a shorter road race or committing to an all-day ultra, this event accommodates various experience levels. Athletes traveling to Fries for this race should plan accommodation within easy reach of the venue for an early arrival before the pre-dawn start.

From the Race Organizer
The New River Trail Races are 100% dirt, flat, and entirely along the New River and Chestnut Creek in the New River Trail State Park. Each distance is an out and back course. The schedule for the race: 4:00 am 100k Start (8:00 pm cutoff) 8:00 am 50k Start (5:00 pm cutoff) 8:30 am 10k Start (5:00 pm cutoff) 9:00 am 25k Start (5:00 pm cutoff) Start Line Address: 321 Firehouse Road Fries VA An early start at 7:30 am will be offered for 25k and 50k runners who feel that they will need more time to complete the race. 100k Finishers receive a buckle! If you register after April 1, you won't get a race shirt. Sorry for any inconvenience, but we need to make sure our local vendor has enough time to get the shirts ready for race day.

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Race Travel Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is New River Trail Races – Fries, VA 2026?

New River Trail Races – Fries, VA 2026 takes place on April 11, 2026. The race is held in Fries, Virginia.

Where is New River Trail Races – Fries, VA 2026 held?

New River Trail Races – Fries, VA 2026 is held at 323 Firehouse Drive in Fries, Virginia.

Where can I find hotels near New River Trail Races – Fries, VA 2026?

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