2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay
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2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & 26.2 Relay November 7, 2026 www.runthechessie.org 11th Annual Run The Chessie! Run America’s most spectacular rail trail! The Chessie Nature Trail has twice been voted one of the nation’s top three recreational trails. Situated at the southern end of the Shenandoah Valley, the seven-mile Chessie Nature Trail parallels the scenic Maury River and connects historic Lexington, Virginia, with the boom-town community of Buena Vista. The smooth, ...
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How hard is the 2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay Marathon?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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