• Learn new mushroom identification skills while exploring Appalachia by bike. Have a cool down in the New River, camp under the stars, and see fireflies.
• We will base out of a central camp, exploring upriver on Saturday and Downriver on Sunday. We will return to camp already set up both days.
• Wild Mushrooms, Camping, and tour guides included.
Cost: $150 USD
Weekend bike rental can be added for $50
Register by August 10th
Includes: Campsite, Basic Fitting, Helmet, Camp Kitchen, Guided Tour, and Experienced Mushroom Identification Guides.
BrambleBerry BikeWorks of Floyd will be providing a fleet of cool modernized retro mountain bikes in all sizes and fun colors; the perfect ride for traveling along the New River Rail Trail. $50 USD covers rental for the entire weekend.
In the field lessons on mushroom and plant identification, ecology, cooking, and other uses such as herbal medicine. Matthew and Ja each have 20 years experience being wild mushroom and plant nerds, always striving to stay up to date on taxonomy and learning new species interactions.
Misty Mountains
Old Train Trestle
The Trail: Meandering along the New River on a converted railroad corridor, the path is flat to gently rolling crushed stone. Plenty of swimming holes, lush forests, birds, and mushrooms to enjoy!
We plan to average 18 miles on a different out and back ride each day, so you can easily ride shorter or longer distances.
Lingzhi and Chicken Delight
Pinot at Gnomestead Hollow
The Mushrooms:
August is peak season for a staggering array of mushroom diversity in the New River Valley. Exploring across a number of different habitats, we will walk you through key identifying features and culturally important uses. Expect edibles and improved abilities to identify them.
Chanterelles
BrambleBerry BikeWorks
The Bikes:
A fleet of 90’s retro mountain bikes lovingly updated for comfort and safety will be provided by BrambleBerry BikeWorks of Floyd for a modest fee of $50 USD for the entire weekend. Plenty of sizes and colors available to get you the right fit and vibe.
Or bring your own
Bikes and Adaptive cycles of many styles that are equipped with durable off pavement tyres are suitable for the surface.
•38mm tyre width minimum
•E-bikes up to class 2 are allowed
Let’s talk about your ride preparation!
The race consists of three stages along, and in, the New River. The trail is flat with a crushed cinder surface, and the river flows smoothly with small rapids under normal conditions. The race begins with a 40-mile out and back bike leg, followed by a 12.1-mile downriver kayak paddle, and ends with a half marathon run along the river for a total of 65.2 miles. Although the race is long, it's perfect for beginners and accomplished athletes due to its flattish nature.
Participants may compete solo or in teams of two or three.
We ask that you thoroughly read the rules and guidelines (PDF) before the race. They cover stage meeting times, transitions, requirements, courses, water and aid stations, and recommendations to make your race as trouble-free as possible. If you have any questions, please post them on the Facebook page — the New River Trail family is a friendly group, and someone from Virginia State Parks or the community will be happy to provide answers. You can also contact Steve Boyd with questions.
The race is limited to 300 entrants, so register early to ensure a spot. Solo competitors and teams with at least two students or faculty members from the same university qualify for a collegiate discount registration fee. In addition to their registered categories, sponsors' teams compete for a special award and bragging rights.
Virginia Trail Running Festival
Please read all information / everything about this race and our other races on our website RunBumTours.com We have been race directing fun, scenic and safe trail races for almost 2 decades now. The Virginia 100 mile, 50 mile, 50k and 25k by Run Bum Races is a weekend of running, camping, local food / drinks, friendships and hopefully some personal bests! It happens at peak fall colors along the New River. This race takes place on the New River Trail, a 57 mile rails to trails path. Most of the trail is right along side the MASSIVE New River. Beautiful orange and yellow leaves at peak fall colors light up the river above its rapids and waterfalls. You will cross over many old train trestles that are several hundreds of feet in length crossing the New River several times. Foster Falls, home of beautiful rapids, beckons runners with its hum of rushing water. The trail itself is dirt / crushed gravel. The elevation change is minimal. Most of it is completely flat or a 1% grade. This is an extremely runnable maybe too runnable course. If you are looking for a PR or your first 100 mile, 50 mile, 50k or 25k then this is it! Aid stations pretty much every 5-8 miles. There is lots of crew access. Check out all the info about this race and our other races on RunBumTours.com If you provide a volunteer for this race to help out at any aid station for 6 hours (minimum) not only will they receive credits towards a future Run Bum Race, but you too will receive 50% off another Run Bum Race of 50 Mile or less.
Race details
--------100 mile 33 hour cutoff 2,000 ft gain or less. Finishers get a buckle --------50 Mile16 hour cutoff 1,700 ft of gain (ish) --------50k12 hour cutoff1,100 ft of gain (ish) --------25k6 hour cutoff 700 ft of gain (ish)All races have individual aid station cutoffs----------ALL RACES TO BE GUARANTEED A FINISHER AWARD / pint glass YOU MUST BE REGISTERED BY SEPT 1st.All runners in the 100 miler and 50 miler get a pint glass and finishers award. 50k and 25k runners will receive a finisher award. If you want to purchase swag you can do so from the "STORE" link above. We do this to keep the race cheaper. All aid stations will be fully stocked like normal Run Bum Races. We have drop bags as well. Please refer to the RunBumTours.com website. Mandatory fees / parking All runners must pay a $5 per person fee that is donated to the local rescue squads. All runners are responsible for paying the $7 park entrance fee per day. This is per car. Free if you have annual pass. ALL RACE DETAILS ON RUNBUMTOURS.COM including our FAQ for refunds, transfers and deferments.
Fast times
In 2025 the winning time of the 100 mile race was 13 hours and 50 minutes by Brian Zickefoose. That is 8:16 per mile. We had over 30 people go under 24 hours. This is a fast course! We had a 95% finish rate between the 50 mile and 100 mile.
Event's current local time: 4:45 AM ET
Description Set against the stunning backdrop of the Crystal Springs Recreation Area in the Town of Wytheville, Virginia, the event showcases the breathtaking landscapes and diverse terrain of the High Rocks Spur Trail and Boundary Trail loop among others. These trails are technical in some areas and sure to bring you a challenge no matter your level of training. This race makes for the perfect prep for your next big local race, whether that's the Iron Mountain Trail Races at the end of August, the Hokie Half Marathon in September, Rim to River 100 or Mountain Masochist. Distances This is a loop course. For the 12 hour and 6 hour options:One loop equals 12.8 miles with 2,008 ft of elevation gain. Starting on Crystal Springs Loop Trail to Boundary Trail to High Rocks Spur Trail to High Rocks Trail to the Fire Road to returning to Boundary Trail to Waterline to Finish.For the 3 hour option (aka Crystal Light): One loop is the boundary trail to the Crystal Springs Loop and then the waterline
trail which is right at 3.1 miles and 466 ft of elevation gain that features a waterfall when we have had enough rain in the area. Details The schedule for the race:6:00 am Start for 12 hour (6:00 pm cutoff)8:00 am Start for 6 hour, 3 hour (Crystal Light) (5:00 pm cutoff)Crystal Springs is a beautiful area where there is limited parking. You are REQUIRED to take a shuttle (4 minutes round trip) on race day. The shuttle will start at 5:00 AM and run until everyone is finished with the race. SHUTTLE PARKING ADDRESS: 180 Pump Hollow Road, Wytheville, VA 24382NOTE THERE IS NO PARKING AT THE START LINEStart Line Address: 723 Pump Hollow Road If you register after August 1, you aren't guaranteed a race shirt. We try our best to anticipate the number of shirts needed, but also need to make sure our local vendor has enough time to get the shirts ready for race day. Thanks in advance for understanding. THIS IS A CUPLESS RACE so you will be REQUIRED to carry a collapsible cup or bottle for the race.
There are NO cups at the aid stations. There will be PB&J sandwiches, bananas, pretzels, oreos, hard candy, and a limited number of gels available at each aid station. Hot foods at select aid stations. Packet Pickup Friday, August 7, 2026 from 5 PM to 8 PM - Seven Sisters Brewery (355 E Main St, Wytheville, VA 24382) in Downtown Wytheville. Come pick up your packet and hang out with us!! PLUS Seven Sisters is offering runners HALF OFF of your first drink with a bib and/or medal all weekend. Refunds There will be no refunds of entry fees. Runners can transfer distances up to the day before the race, no refund for dropping down distances, runners increasing distances will have to pay the difference in price. Runners can transfer their entry to another runner, to be used the same year as originally registered. Rollovers are allowed for medical conditions including pregnancy and post-partum. The Leftover Option Looking to run without the fluff? Introducing The Leftover Option – a stripped-down,
no-frills entry for the cash-strapped, the mileage-hungry, or the racer who’s just in it for the grind.For just $25, you get:Entry to run any course of the Crystal Springs Trail RacesA leftover medal (from races past – it’s a surprise!)A leftover bib (who says it has to match the year?)No race shirt, no swag bag, no extras – just dirt, grit, and gloryLIMITED TO 10 RUNNERS, this option is ideal for the seasoned trail warrior who doesn't need another shirt in their drawer or medal on their wall – or maybe just loves a good deal.And here’s the twist: We’re keeping score. Among these minimalist legends, who will be crowned the Leftover King or Queen with the most miles completed in the time allowed? Bragging rights forever or not, whatever, it's just leftovers, right?!?No frills. All thrill.Are you the next Leftover Legend? Awards Awards will be given out for the following:1st Overall Male, Female, and Nonbinary2nd Overall Male, Female, and Nonbinary3rd Overall Male, Female, and Nonbinary
Volunteers If any of your family or friends are coming to the race and willing to volunteer, please let me know. Volunteers are always needed to assist race weekend (whether that’s helping on Friday or race day!). All volunteers will get a free race shirt and earn a race entry (with 3+ hours of volunteer time) towards a future race we host (New River Trail, Woodbooger 100, Crystal Springs, or Damascus Festival of Miles). These credits are transferable, so if your friend or family member is not a runner, they can still earn you an entry. Event's current local time: 4:12 AM ET
38th Annual
Galax Autumn Days 5k Run
STARTING TIMES
10:00 am - 5K Run (3.1 miles)
9:00 am - 1-Mile Race for kids 12 & under
REGISTRATION
8:00 - 9:45 am Saturday, October 17, 2026 in the gymnasium at Felts’ Park. 5K Run registration closes promptly at 9:45 am and for the 1-Mile Kid’s Race at 8:45 am.
ENTRY FEE
$20.00 for the 5K if postmarked by October 14, 2026.
$25.00 October 15 through Race Day.
Entry includes an attractive t-shirt.
1-Mile Kid’s Race Free - no t-shirt.
AWARDS
Overall winners will receive special awards along with their overall awards
Awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd each age group both Male/Female.
No Double-dipping awards. Higher award will be given if Master Runner (40+) places in the overall standings.
Bonus Awards will be given for breaking the Male/Female Overall & Master’s course records.
There will continue to be one award for the top Super Master winner (Age 60 +) both male and female.
If Super Master’s winners place in the overall or the Masters Div. they are not eligible for the Super Master award No Double-dipping awards in age groups/masters divisions.
RACE COURSE
The Galax Autumn Days 5K Run and 1-Mile Kid’s Race both start and finish in Felts’ Park at 601 South Main Street, Galax, VA. The 5K course is flat as it follows Chestnut Creek with a ½ mile stretch of the course being run on the New River State Park.
AGE GROUPS - MALE/FEMALE
10 & Under 35 - 39 65 - 69
11 - 14 40 - 44 70 - 74
15 - 19 45 - 49 75 - 79
20 - 24 50 - 54 80 & Over
25 - 29 55 - 59
30 – 34 60 - 64
COURSE RECORDS
Thomas Curtin 14:40 (2014)
Natalie Sherbak 16:58 (2008)
DIRECTIONS TO 5K RACE
Exit 14, I-77 at US 58. Go west 58 until the intersection of US 58 and Rt. 89 take a left on Rt. 89 (Main Street) and go 8 blocks. Felts’ Park is located on the left. Race begins and ends in the Felts’ Park area.
Race Director: Tony Quesenberry [email protected]
World's Best Running Series!
No Time Limits
Great Food
Award-Winning Medals
Loony Running Family!
We RUN this country, TOGETHER!
Event details and schedule
Please check our website for details.
Here's a link to the 2027 Appalachian Series page.