Mineshaft 10k
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Buchanan, Virginia
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km
Event summary
Get ready for the exhilarating Mineshaft 10k taking place on Saturday, April 4th, 2026! This exciting race is set against the stunning backdrop of the Glenwood Horse Trail, featuring a unique course that utilizes part of the Hellgate 100k route. Participants will experience a thrilling journey that includes a challenging climb on a dirt road, followed by a scenic 5-mile trail that winds past historic old mines. The course offers an exhilarating mix of terrain, with a final descent that promises to be one of the most exhilarating sections of trail running.
With a cap of just 100 vehicles due to parking limitations, be sure to carpool with friends and arrive ready for a day of adventure. The Mineshaft 10k is more than just a race; it's a celebration of the great outdoors and the spirit of camaraderie among runners. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable experience, where every stride takes you closer to nature and thrills await around every corner!
With a cap of just 100 vehicles due to parking limitations, be sure to carpool with friends and arrive ready for a day of adventure. The Mineshaft 10k is more than just a race; it's a celebration of the great outdoors and the spirit of camaraderie among runners. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable experience, where every stride takes you closer to nature and thrills await around every corner!
Organiser's Description
This race uses part of the Hellgate 100k course (miles 47-52 but in reverse, which is, by far the better direction). Its a great backcountry section of the Glenwood Horse Trail that goes between Bobletts Gap Road and the Bearwallow Trailhead. Due to parking limitations, this event will be capped at 100 vehicles and well be shuttling racers to the start, 4.1 miles away.
The course will climb approximately 1 mile on a dirt road before climbing, steeply for .3 miles, onto the Glenwood Horse Trail. You will be on the GHT for the remaining 5 miles to the finish. This is a great trail that travels past many old mines. Its an up and down route until the last 1.5 miles that will have you screaming down one of the best sections of trail. Beware the rock gardens at the 5 mile mark of the course.
Make sure you carpool when you can and park closely to the person next to you. The park has limited parking.
* In the event of inclement weather, this race may be run as an out and back.
The course will climb approximately 1 mile on a dirt road before climbing, steeply for .3 miles, onto the Glenwood Horse Trail. You will be on the GHT for the remaining 5 miles to the finish. This is a great trail that travels past many old mines. Its an up and down route until the last 1.5 miles that will have you screaming down one of the best sections of trail. Beware the rock gardens at the 5 mile mark of the course.
Make sure you carpool when you can and park closely to the person next to you. The park has limited parking.
* In the event of inclement weather, this race may be run as an out and back.
Races
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Mineshaft 10k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Unisex Long Sleeve Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 26 NOV -
Mineshaft 10k Virtual Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Unisex Long Sleeve Shirt
$27.50
OPENS 26 NOVOur Virtual events are setup for you to be a part of the series without having to be present since there are so many layers to activities. This is a run anywhere option, that counts as one of the RNUTS qualifying races. In addition, you will get the race shirt until 1/2/25, after that, all registrants will get a Mountain Junkies LLC Socks Hoo Rag (similar to a Buff). -
Mineshaft 10k and RNUTS Bundle
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 26 NOV
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