RRRC Bear Creek 10 Mile & Mini Trail Runs
- Date Sat 20th February 2027 - Mon 22nd February 2027
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Cumberland, Virginia
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor adventure at the RRRC Bear Creek 10 Mile & Mini Trail Runs, taking place from Saturday, February 20 to Monday, February 22, 2027, in the picturesque Cumberland, Virginia. This exciting event features two thrilling race options: the main event, a challenging 10-mile trail run that winds through the stunning Piedmont Hills of Cumberland State Forest and Bear Creek Lake State Park, and a more accessible 4.2-mile mini loop course that still packs a punch with its beautiful trails and single-track sections.
Both races will kick off and conclude at the scenic Bear Creek Lake State Park, just a short drive from Richmond. With a registration cap of 275 participants (200 for the 10-mile run and 75 for the mini run), this is an intimate and engaging experience for all runners and hikers. Plus, for those who prefer a virtual option, you can still join in the fun from wherever you are! Mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your running shoes for a fantastic weekend of trail running, community spirit, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Both races will kick off and conclude at the scenic Bear Creek Lake State Park, just a short drive from Richmond. With a registration cap of 275 participants (200 for the 10-mile run and 75 for the mini run), this is an intimate and engaging experience for all runners and hikers. Plus, for those who prefer a virtual option, you can still join in the fun from wherever you are! Mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your running shoes for a fantastic weekend of trail running, community spirit, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Organiser's Description
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2026
REGISTRATION OPENS IN OCTOBER 2025
RRRC'S BEAR CREEK 10 MILE TRAIL RUN REMAINS THE MAIN EVENT. THE CHALLENGING LOOP COURSE PASSES THROUGH THE PIEDMONT HILLS OF CUMBERLAND STATE FOREST AND BEAR CREEK LAKE STATE PARK.
FOR 2026, THE MINI LOOP COURSE OFFERS AN EASIER TO CONSUME, BUT STILL CHALLENGING, 4.2-MILE OPTION RUN ON A SWEET COMBINATION OF PARK TRAILS, WILLIS RIVER TRAIL SINGLE TRACK, AND CUMBERLAND MULTI-USE TRAIL.
Both races start and end at BEAR CREEK LAKE STATE PARK [http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/bear-creek-lake#general_information] in Cumberland, Virginia (about 45 minutes west of Richmond). THESE ARE IN-PERSON RACES WITH TOTAL REGISTRATION CAPPED AT 275 RUNNERS/HIKERS (200 FOR 10 MILE RUN AND 75 FOR MINI RUN). There is a virtual race option.
Richmond Road Runners Club will donate $1.00 of each runner's registration fee to the FRIENDS OF BEAR CREEK LAKE STATE PARK [http://www.virginiaparks.org/friends-bc]-- the citizen volunteers from Virginias Central Piedmont region who enjoy supporting the parks mission and operation.
_Want to stay in a cabin Saturday night. Reserve early by calling the Virginia State Parks Customer Service Center at (800) 933-7275._
REGISTRATION OPENS IN OCTOBER 2025
RRRC'S BEAR CREEK 10 MILE TRAIL RUN REMAINS THE MAIN EVENT. THE CHALLENGING LOOP COURSE PASSES THROUGH THE PIEDMONT HILLS OF CUMBERLAND STATE FOREST AND BEAR CREEK LAKE STATE PARK.
FOR 2026, THE MINI LOOP COURSE OFFERS AN EASIER TO CONSUME, BUT STILL CHALLENGING, 4.2-MILE OPTION RUN ON A SWEET COMBINATION OF PARK TRAILS, WILLIS RIVER TRAIL SINGLE TRACK, AND CUMBERLAND MULTI-USE TRAIL.
Both races start and end at BEAR CREEK LAKE STATE PARK [http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/bear-creek-lake#general_information] in Cumberland, Virginia (about 45 minutes west of Richmond). THESE ARE IN-PERSON RACES WITH TOTAL REGISTRATION CAPPED AT 275 RUNNERS/HIKERS (200 FOR 10 MILE RUN AND 75 FOR MINI RUN). There is a virtual race option.
Richmond Road Runners Club will donate $1.00 of each runner's registration fee to the FRIENDS OF BEAR CREEK LAKE STATE PARK [http://www.virginiaparks.org/friends-bc]-- the citizen volunteers from Virginias Central Piedmont region who enjoy supporting the parks mission and operation.
_Want to stay in a cabin Saturday night. Reserve early by calling the Virginia State Parks Customer Service Center at (800) 933-7275._
Races
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10 Mile Trail Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race Shirt
Sun 21st February 2027 (8:30AM EST)
$48.70
OPENS 15 OCTRRRC members - $10 off listed fee Runners must be 14 years of age or older to participate in this trail run. -
Mini Trail Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Race Shirt
Sun 21st February 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$43.40
OPENS 15 OCTRRRC members - $10 off listed fee Runners must be 14 years of age or older to participate in this trail run. -
Virtual 10 Mile Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee
$22.20
OPENS 15 OCTRRRC members - $10 off listed fee
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Bear Creek Lake State Park, 22 Bear Creek Lake Road, Cumberland, 23040, VA, United States
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