Virginia Creeper Marathon
- Date
- April 4, 2027
- Distance
- Virginia Creeper Marathon
From the Organizer
A low-key, low-frills event run entirely on the beautiful Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon, Virginia. Amenities are minimal but all participants receive a race memento. Awards are presented to the top finisher, male and female and to the top (1) finisher in the following age groups, male and female: 29-under, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
Our course is pleasantly scenic. The race starts and finishes on the Virginia Creeper Trail near the Abingdon Trailhead which is at the junction of Green Springs Road and the Virginia Creeper Trail, in Abingdon, Virginia. The race is run on the Virginia Creeper Trail, a former railroad bed. The Trail is flat to gentle grade, with a soft running surface (plus the occasional wooden trestle). The course is two out-and-back segments on the Trail. The first turnaround is approximately 1 mile south of the Alvarado Station Trailhead, the second turnaround is approximately .1 miles south of the Abingdon Trailhead, and the third turnaround is at the Watauga Trailhead. Runners come to/thru the Watauga Trailhead three times (at miles 3.6, 15.6, 22.6) and the Alvarado Station Trailhead twice (approx. miles 8.5 and 10.7). Those locations have car/parking access which makes them wonderful access points for family and friends to photograph and cheer their runners on to an excellent finish.
Aid stations (every 3 - 3.5 miles) and the finish line will have water, sports drink, refreshments and homemade goodies.
The course is USATF Certified and meets all requirements for Boston Marathon Qualifiers
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
64°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Abingdon 3s, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Abingdon, VA
Elevation
2,091 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 117 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Virginia Creeper Marathon
- Date
- April 4, 2027
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Virginia Creeper Marathon?
- Virginia Creeper Marathon is a running race held in Abingdon, Virginia on April 4, 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 Virginia Creeper Marathon?
- Sunday, April 4, 2027 in Abingdon, Virginia at Virginia Creeper Trail - Abingdon Trailhead, Abingdon, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Virginia Creeper Marathon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Virginia Creeper Marathon
Apr 4, 2027