The Hellbender 10K

OCT

3

2026

A 10K in Norton, Virginia on October 3, 2026, that climbs from downtown to the 4,200 foot High Knob summit with over 2,000 feet of elevation gain. This is the 13th annual edition and registration closes October 1.

Sat 3 Oct 2026

Norton, Virginia

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The Hellbender 10K - Norton, VA

The Hellbender 10K is a mountain road race held on October 3, 2026, in Norton, Virginia. The course covers 10 km (6.2 miles) and rises from downtown Norton to the High Knob summit, reaching about 4,200 feet. The climb includes more than 2,000 feet of elevation gain.

This is the 13th annual running of the event. The published start and finish take place between downtown Norton and the summit of High Knob, which is the highest point in the Cumberland Mountain range. The event lists a physical location at 115 8th Street SW in Norton.

Registration for the event closes on October 1 at 11:59 PM ET. Organizers maintain a website plus Facebook and Instagram pages for updates and additional information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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