Ashland Railroad Run

MAR
21
2026
A rails to trails event in Ashland, Virginia offering in person and virtual 10K, 5K, kids run and a combined COTU Challenge. Proceeds support the Hanover Arts & Activities Center and virtual results are due by May 14.
Sat 21 Mar 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Ashland Railroad Run : Ashland, Virginia

The Ashland Railroad Run takes place on March 21, 2026 in Ashland, Virginia. The event is a rails to trails road race that begins and finishes on the railroad tracks in the town often called the "Center of the Universe." Proceeds benefit the Hanover Arts & Activities Center.

Events

  • 10K rails to trails through roads and gravel, not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs
  • 5K out and back, flat, suitable for wheelchairs and strollers
  • Kids Fun Run open to ages 3 to 12, prizes for all finishers
  • COTU Challenge complete both the 5K and 10K
  • Virtual 10K, Virtual 5K, Virtual COTU Challenge virtual results must be submitted by May 14

Course details note that the 10K includes gravel trail sections with roots and turns and requires caution. There are two water stations along the courses. Awards include top overall placements for the 10K and top male and female finishers for the 5K and COTU Challenge.

Packet pickup is handled in person at the Hanover Arts & Activities Center on March 20 and March 21. Shirt availability and sizes cannot be guaranteed for registrations after March 2. Virtual runners may pick up shirts at packet pickup or request shipping for a flat $10 fee. A $5 discount is offered for the no shirt option. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k
5 km
Virtual Cotu Challenge
Virtual 5k
Virtual 10k
Kids Fun Run
Cotu Challenge