Jarmans Invitational Marathon
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Jarmans Invitational Marathon : Crozet, VA
The Jarmans Invitational Marathon on August 1, 2026 is a multi-lap mountain event near Crozet, Virginia. The course consists of a 2.9 mile climb with 1,522 ft of elevation gain, followed by the same descent. Runners repeat this lap five times for a total of 29.0 miles and about 7,610 ft of elevation gain and loss.
The route starts at the intersection of Jarman's Gap Road and Greenwood Road and follows a steep gravel road with sections in full sun and sections in shade. Scenic views are described as minimal; the summit area is a muddy parking spot marked by an End State Maintenance sign. The course can include loose dogs, littered cans along the roadside, and a railroad crossing that may or may not be active during the event.
August conditions can include heat, strong sun exposure, and possible afternoon thunderstorms; the road may be dry and dusty if there is no rain. Aid stations will offer warm water and likely some food, though staffing at some locations is not guaranteed. There is no parking at the start; shuttles are planned from the Greenwood Community Center about one mile away. Chiles Peach Orchard is not available for parking.
Entry is limited to 65 runners, with a small entry fee and a waitlist once entries fill. Prizes are awarded to overall male and female winners and to age-group winners. Course records exist by category, with top finishing times recorded in 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
