SML Turkey Trot

NOV

26

2026

A Thanksgiving Turkey Trot at Smith Mountain Lake State Park offering a family-friendly 5k and a 1 mile option on a scenic asphalt route. Hosted by LAT Wellness Studio with part of proceeds donated to the park.

Thu 26 Nov 2026

Huddleston, Virginia

Registration

5 kilometers

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SML Turkey Trot

The SML Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving running event held on November 26, 2026 at Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Huddleston, VA. The event is hosted by LAT Wellness Studio and takes place on a scenic, paved asphalt route that is open to both walkers and runners.

Distances offered:

5k family friendly route on asphalt
1 mile 1 miler for shorter participation

A portion of the event proceeds is donated to Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Registration closed dates are listed; registering by October 31 guarantees a shirt. The event includes prizes for top running qualifiers and a prize for the best dressed turkey family. Awards for runners are presented after the races. Children are explicitly encouraged to participate.

The venue address is 1235 Rd 888, Huddleston, VA 24104, United States. The format and listed activities emphasize family participation, outdoor recreation on a paved course, and community support for the state park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

1 Miler