Frightening 4 mile Trail Race
Williamsburg, VA
Sat, Oct 10, 2026
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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
9801 York River Park Rd, Williamsburg VA
58–73°F · low rain risk
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2025
52–65°F
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51–64°F
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52–72°F
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47–69°F
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67–77°F
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60–66°F
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57–73°F
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71–81°F
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73–85°F
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53–62°F
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 10
Cloudy · 54–72°F
Saturday, Oct 10starts near 54°F · 4% chance of rain · wind up to 6 mph
About this race
Welcome to the 1st Annual Frightening 4 Mile Trail Run/Hike!
Race Location
- Venue: York River State Park
- Address: 9801 York River Park Rd, Williamsburg, VA
- Theme: Halloween-themed race
- Distance: 4 miles, open to both runners and hikers
Course Details
- Trail Type: Dirt with rolling hills
- Course Features: Roots, twists, and stunning water views along the York River
- Trail Width: 3 out of 4 miles are narrow single-track, about a mile is a wider gravel trail
- Time Limit: 2 hours
Race Format
- Competition: Non-competitive format
- Finisher Medals: Available for all finishers
- Official Times: Posted, but no overall or age group awards
- Costumes: Wear a costume to receive a race logo temporary tattoo!
Additional Information
- Parking: Included and close to the start/finish line
- Restrooms: Indoor restrooms are nearby
- Water: No aid stations on the course: bring water if needed
- Pets: Leashed dogs are allowed: trails are narrow
Race Day Schedule
- Packet Pickup: 2:30-3:30 PM
- Pre-Race Briefing: 3:45 PM
- Race Start: 4:00 PM
- Course Closes: 6:00 PM
Registration
- Race T-shirt: Not included, must be added during registration if desired
- Registration Link: Frightening 4 Mile Trail Race
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