Run the Tunnel
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32nd Annual Run the Tunnel
The 32nd Annual Run the Tunnel takes place on April 25, 2026, at Natural Tunnel State Park in Duffield, Virginia. The event is hosted by the State of Franklin Track Club and the Scott County Chamber of Commerce.
The event is a road and trail footrace of about 3.8 miles. It is part of the State of Franklin Track Club's King & Queen and Trail Series competitions. All participants receive a race t-shirt. The posted registration fee for the race is $20.00.
Awards are presented separately for male and female competitors. Overall, Masters, Grandmasters, and Senior Grandmasters categories each receive awards. Age-group awards are given three deep for these groups: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 & Above. Awards are not traditional trophies or medals; they follow the race theme for the year. The 2026 theme is "You've Earned Your Stripes" and the awards for this year are handmade zebra-print seat covers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.