Monster Cross
- Date
- February 21, 2027
- Distance
- ProEX Men · Men Open · Women Open & more
From the Organizer
14th ANNUAL MONSTER CROSS! powered by GroundForce IT
Monster Cross offers a 25 and 50-mile race/ride.
The course supports cross, gravel or mountain bikes. Awards are given in over 20 divisions.
Here is what you will receive for your entry:
Race: Chip timed race: either the 50 or 25-mile distance
Beverage: Monster Cross is buying your 1st. Friends of PSP will be selling beer for spectators and extras as a fundraiser for the park/trails.
Course Map/GPS: Course: Mini=1 lap and full MX =2 lap
Race course
Race Location:
Pocahontas State Park
10301 State Park Rd.
Chesterfield, VA 23832
Awards 50 mile:
Top 3 Pro/Expert M/F are eligible for prize money $400, 250 and 100 for third
Top 8 Pro/Expert M/F receive awards and free entries into Monster Cross 2025
Top 6 finishers in each category M/F receive awards with the 1st place in each category also receives a free entry into Monster Cross 2025
Awards 25 mile:
Top 3 receive awards in each category (jr, open and over 50)
Parking:
Pro Tip: Arrive by 8am. Too many will try to enter the park between 830 and 9 and the park entrance will get backed up. It is a one lane road and every car has to stop at the parking station.
State Park charges $7 parking per carload. If you have a VA state park permit, please have it on your mirror/dash (they also accept REI receipts for payment) otherwise have $7 handy for quick entry into the park. Once you enter the park you will continue straight on State Park Rd for 1 1/2 miles. You will run into the parking lot. Race morning packet pickup will take place under shelter #2 which is located on the left side of the back of the parking lot, as your drive in.
Bathrooms: There are two separate indoor options at the parking lot. One is 1/2 way into the parking lot on the right (it is behind the vending machines). The other is the building located nearest to shelter #2 (were race day packet pickup is located.
Race Start:
Wave 1 Pro/Expert M/F 10 a.m
Wave 2 All other 50 mile divisions
Wave 3 All 25 mile divisions
Packet Pickup:
Early packet pickup: canceled
Course Distance:
50 or 25 miles on rolling fire roads and double track.
On all pre-rides: Please do not ride on any trails that state no bikes! We have approval to use two short segments race day only.
Age divisions information:
For age group divisions, we will take your age as of 2/14/2026. So, if you turn 50 in this calendar year, you can enter 50+
Support Station:
We will offer two on-course aid stations and one at the start/finish area.
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
54°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Petersburg, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Chesterfield, VA
Elevation
225 ft
Nearest Airport
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 18 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- What is the Monster Cross?
- Monster Cross is a running race held in Chesterfield, Virginia on February 21, 2027. 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 Monster Cross?
- Sunday, February 21, 2027 in Chesterfield, Virginia at 10301 State Park Rd, Chesterfield, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Monster Cross?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Monster Cross
Feb 21, 2027