Runs
In addition to our races and running events, the VHTRC is associated with a number of unofficial training runs. These runs require no sign-up, offer no guarantees, and no one is officially in charge. But there will surely be a number of club members there.
Weekly training runs
Sundays in the Park
Every Sunday at 8:00 am, Rock Creek Park
Explore the trails of Rock Creek Park on these low-key runs. We leave at 8:00 am from either Peirce Mill or Theodore Roosevelt Island and the runs are roughly 7–10 miles long (see the schedule). No sign-up required.
Wednesday “Wolfpack” Runs
Every Wednesday at 6:00 pm, Great Falls Park
Every Wednesday at 6:00 pm the VHTRC, in partnership with DC Capital Striders, leads a trail run in Great Falls National Park.
Upcoming training runs
VHTRC All Access: Shenandoah National Park
June 7, 2025
7.0 miles
Shenandoah National Park, VA
An introduction to trail running with emphasis on gear, in our local mountainous national park, Shenandoah National Park.
July 4 Trifecta Day 1: Browntown Loop
July 4, 2025
23.0 miles
Washington, VA
Smooth, runnable loop up and over the Blue Ridge and back. Wear red, white, and blue.
July 4 Trifecta Day 2: Sophie’s Death March
July 5, 2025
24.2 miles
Syria, VA
Also known as “Shenandoah’s National Park’s greatest hits,” this 24-mile loop’s highlights include White Oak Canyon, Hawksbill, Stony Man, all connected by beautiful ridge running on the Appalachian Trail.
July 4 Trifecta Day 3: Katie’s Death March
July 6, 2025
15.5 miles
Washington, VA
A figure-eight loop on the trails in Shenandoah National Park, featuring an opening climb up Little Devil Stairs, a mid-run stop at Elkwallow, some excellent views from Hogback, and a long, bombing downhill finish. Also the shortest of the three Trifecta runs, but one that will still present a fair challenge for your running legs!
VHTRC All Access: Prince William Forest Park
July 12, 2025
9.9 miles
Quantico, VA
An introduction to trail running, with emphasis on trail navigation, in Prince William Forest Park.
VHTRC All Access: Massanuttens
August 16, 2025
10.1 miles
Fort Valley, VA
An introduction to trail running with emphasis on nutrition, in the Massanutten Mountains.
VHTRC All Access: Shenandoah River State Park
September 6, 2025
9.5 miles
A celebratory party in Shenandoah River State Park.
Vicki’s Death March
November 28, 2025
25.3 miles
Nethers, VA
Often referred to as “Shenandoah’s National Park’s greatest hits,” this 25-mile loop’s highlights include White Oak Canyon, Hawksbill, Stony Man, all connected by beautiful ridge running on the Appalachian Trail.