Occoneechee State Park 2026 Annual Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Clarksville, Virginia
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting Occoneechee State Park 2026 Annual Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in the beautiful town of Clarksville, Virginia. This vibrant event features a scenic 5K race and a delightful one-mile kids' fun run/walk, all set against the stunning backdrop of Occoneechee State Park and John Kerr Lake. The 5K course offers an exhilarating experience with paved roads, rolling hills, and breathtaking lake views, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and skill levels.
The Turkey Trot not only promises a day of fun and fitness but also supports a great cause, with all proceeds going directly to enhance Occoneechee State Park. Participants can look forward to awards for the best costume, an Archery Program, and a Disc Golf Contest for the entire family to enjoy. Registration is open until November 12, 2026, with a fee of $45 for the 5K and $20 for the kids' fun run. Join us in making a difference while enjoying a memorable day outdoors, complete with healthy refreshments, swag bags, and medals for top finishers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate community spirit and support your
The Turkey Trot not only promises a day of fun and fitness but also supports a great cause, with all proceeds going directly to enhance Occoneechee State Park. Participants can look forward to awards for the best costume, an Archery Program, and a Disc Golf Contest for the entire family to enjoy. Registration is open until November 12, 2026, with a fee of $45 for the 5K and $20 for the kids' fun run. Join us in making a difference while enjoying a memorable day outdoors, complete with healthy refreshments, swag bags, and medals for top finishers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate community spirit and support your
Organiser's Description
OCCONEECHEE STATE PARK ANNUAL TURKEY TROT
The Friends of Occoneechee bring you their third annual Turkey Trot 5K race and kid's fun run/walk. The 5K Race and one-mile kids fun run is conducted in scenic Occoneechee State Park which borders John Kerr Lake and the attractive lake front town of Clarksville VA... The 5K course consists of paved roads, rolling hills, and lake views as it winds through wooded areas of the park. All proceeds directly benefit Occoneechee State Park by providing funding for projects such as a walkway for pedestrians and bikes, a sensory trail, and many other park events, enhancements, and environmental projects. Thanks to our community, local businesses, and the 2025 5K participants we were able to successfully complete the Breaking Point Disc Golf course and many other projects for your enjoyment. With your generous contributions were also able to present 271 pounds of canned food to the local food bank.
Immediately following the 5K, there will be an award for Best Costume, along with an Archery Program and Disc Golf Contest for the whole family to enjoy.
Thank you for supporting Occoneechee State Park and helping us make your park the best park in the state. The 5K event is sponsored by the Friends of Occoneechee State Park, a volunteer nonprofit organization.
WHEN: NOVEMBER 14, 2026 (RAIN OR SHINE)
REGISTRATION ENDS ON NOVEMBER 12, 2026
Late registration begins November 9 November 12. 5K - $45.00, Kids 1 Mile Fun - $20.00. You may also register in person on the day of the event, (CASH ONLY).
* WHAT: 1 MILE KIDS FUN RUN/WALK 10 AM
Who: Children 13 and under Parental assistance and strollers are welcome. (Well-mannered leashed pets & costumes welcome)
All children that participate in the 1 mile Kids Fun Run will receive a swag bag and a medal. Healthy refreshments will be provided.
* WHAT: 5K FUN RUN/WALK 11 AM
This event will be officially timed and measured.
Who: All ages, walk, run, hop, skip or crawl
(Well-mannered leashed pets & costumes welcome)
All participants will receive a swag bag. Healthy refreshments will be provided.
Medals will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers of the 5K and awarding the top three male and female finishers in the following age groups.
Age 19 and Under
Age 20 - 29
Age 30 - 39
Age 40 - 49
Age 50 - 59
Age 60 - and Up
* Race Packets will be available on the day of the event
* Optional T-Shirts are available for purchase. Order at the time of registration on or before October 17, 2026
If you do not want a T-Shirt select (Opt Out) in T-Shirt size option during registration.
* Park entry fee is $7.00 or donate 4 cans of food that will be donated to the local food bank
Donations are welcome and appreciated. Donors contributing $100 or more will have their name displayed on the back of the event T-shirt and will be entered into a drawing to win a free 2027 Disc Golf Hole Sponsorship. Donate at the time of registration or simply select "DONATE" at the top of this page.
The Friends of Occoneechee bring you their third annual Turkey Trot 5K race and kid's fun run/walk. The 5K Race and one-mile kids fun run is conducted in scenic Occoneechee State Park which borders John Kerr Lake and the attractive lake front town of Clarksville VA... The 5K course consists of paved roads, rolling hills, and lake views as it winds through wooded areas of the park. All proceeds directly benefit Occoneechee State Park by providing funding for projects such as a walkway for pedestrians and bikes, a sensory trail, and many other park events, enhancements, and environmental projects. Thanks to our community, local businesses, and the 2025 5K participants we were able to successfully complete the Breaking Point Disc Golf course and many other projects for your enjoyment. With your generous contributions were also able to present 271 pounds of canned food to the local food bank.
Immediately following the 5K, there will be an award for Best Costume, along with an Archery Program and Disc Golf Contest for the whole family to enjoy.
Thank you for supporting Occoneechee State Park and helping us make your park the best park in the state. The 5K event is sponsored by the Friends of Occoneechee State Park, a volunteer nonprofit organization.
WHEN: NOVEMBER 14, 2026 (RAIN OR SHINE)
REGISTRATION ENDS ON NOVEMBER 12, 2026
Late registration begins November 9 November 12. 5K - $45.00, Kids 1 Mile Fun - $20.00. You may also register in person on the day of the event, (CASH ONLY).
* WHAT: 1 MILE KIDS FUN RUN/WALK 10 AM
Who: Children 13 and under Parental assistance and strollers are welcome. (Well-mannered leashed pets & costumes welcome)
All children that participate in the 1 mile Kids Fun Run will receive a swag bag and a medal. Healthy refreshments will be provided.
* WHAT: 5K FUN RUN/WALK 11 AM
This event will be officially timed and measured.
Who: All ages, walk, run, hop, skip or crawl
(Well-mannered leashed pets & costumes welcome)
All participants will receive a swag bag. Healthy refreshments will be provided.
Medals will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers of the 5K and awarding the top three male and female finishers in the following age groups.
Age 19 and Under
Age 20 - 29
Age 30 - 39
Age 40 - 49
Age 50 - 59
Age 60 - and Up
* Race Packets will be available on the day of the event
* Optional T-Shirts are available for purchase. Order at the time of registration on or before October 17, 2026
If you do not want a T-Shirt select (Opt Out) in T-Shirt size option during registration.
* Park entry fee is $7.00 or donate 4 cans of food that will be donated to the local food bank
Donations are welcome and appreciated. Donors contributing $100 or more will have their name displayed on the back of the event T-shirt and will be entered into a drawing to win a free 2027 Disc Golf Hole Sponsorship. Donate at the time of registration or simply select "DONATE" at the top of this page.
Races
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Kids One Mile Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$11.60
For children 13 and under Parental assistance and strollers are welcome All children that participate in the 1-mile Kids Fun Run will receive a medal. Participants will receive swag bags and healthy refreshments Following the (5K) race, there will be an award for Best Costume, along with an Archery Program and Disc Golf Contest. Race Packets will be available on the day of the event -
5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (11:00AM EST)
$32.80
For all ages This event will be officially timed and measured Well-mannered leashed pets & costumes welcome Participants will receive swag bags and healthy refreshments. Medals will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers of the 5K and awarding the top three male and female finishers in the following age groups. Age 19 and Under Age 20 - 29 Age 30 - 39 Age 40 - 49 Age 50 - 59 Age 60 - and Up Following the (5K) race, there will be an award for Best Costume, along with an Archery Program and Disc Golf Contest. Race Packets will be available on the day of the event
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Location
1192 Occoneechee Park Road, Clarksville, 23927, VA, United States
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