Sandy Bottom 8-Hour Training Run
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Sandy Bottom 8-Hour Training Run
The Sandy Bottom event on January 9, 2027 is a set of timed and distance runs held at Sandy Bottom Nature Park in Hampton, Virginia and organized by Lion's Pride Racing. The event offers looped running on an approximately 5 km trail course and includes multiple timed and distance options.
Distances
- 8 hour timed event
- 4 hour timed event
- 5 km out-and-back or loop option
The course is described as very flat and follows sections of the Fallen Oak, Wetlands, Whispering Pines, Otey Shelton, Trillium, and Lake trails. The start and finish area is adjacent to the Lakeside Pavilion. A GPX file of the course and the official park map are available for review.
Logistics note that parking and setup are allowed after the park opens. The event is cupless, so participants should bring their own hydration device; water, sports drink, and food will be available at the aid station, with gluten-free, vegan, and nondairy options provided. Late starts are allowed for the timed events if the race director is informed.
All finishers receive a homemade medal, with additional swag for selected durations and distances. Top three overall awards for women and men will be given for each event. A heated restroom in the Nature Center will serve as the primary facility and an additional set of bathrooms is available near the playground. The large rented shelter has 15 picnic tables and limited first-come space; small tents up to 10 by 10 feet are permitted but tarps or similar ground coverings are not allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
