Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Distance
- Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run
From the Organizer
The 2026 Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run will be held on Saturday, December 13th. The run will be entirely on the Virginia Creeper Trail, the exact course will be determined a bit closer to the race date, but hopefully we’ll be back in Damascus!!
Race day packet pickup will begin at 8:30AM and the race will start at 10:00AM. To continue our effort in keeping our beautiful trail clean and free of any trash, we're going cup-less again this year. To help with this effort, we will have easy to carry, collapsible cups at packet pickup. You will be able to use one of these cups (or your own hydration system) during the race at our aid stations. We will have hot beverages and snacks available at the finish.
This is a FREE run hosted by the State of Franklin Track Club and is part of the Club’s Trail Series and Long Distance Series competitions. Come out and join your fellow runners on this beautiful trail. Please note that traditional awards are not given at this race, but ... the overall male and female, the person who finishes in the middle of the pack, and the final finisher will receive a handmade memento. This year it will be zippered shoe bags with the State of Franklin Track Club logo.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
48°
Typical Low
28°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Abingdon 3s, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Damascus, VA
Elevation
2,405 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 37 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 109 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run?
- Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run is a running race held in Damascus, Virginia on December 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Damascus, Virginia at Virginia Creeper Trail, Damascus, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bridge & Trestle 17 Mile Run
Dec 12, 2026