Hungry Mother Trail Run & Hike
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Distance
- 8 Mile Race · 25k Race · 8 Mile Hike
From the Organizer
Hungry Mother State Park is a gorgeous destination with an awesome trail system. Lots of camping, lodging, and activities for the whole family.
We will have multiple options from a moderate hike to a challenging 15 ish mile one lap mountain race!
Plan to make a day or a whole vacation out of this event. Awards, refreshments, live music, and games to follow so bring a chair and cheer on the other participants!
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
84°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
45%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saltville 1n, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Marion, VA
Population
5,694
as of 2023
Elevation
2,083 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 54 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 102 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Hungry Mother Trail Run & Hike
- Date
- July 25, 2026
Coming Up
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5K
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hungry Mother Trail Run & Hike?
- Hungry Mother Trail Run & Hike is a running race held in Marion, Virginia on July 25, 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 Hungry Mother Trail Run & Hike?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Marion, Virginia at Hungry Mother State Park, Marion, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hungry Mother Trail Run & Hike?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hungry Mother Trail Run & Hike
Jul 25, 2026