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When
Sunday, February 21st, 2027
Where
10301 State Park Rd, Chesterfield VA
Distance
Ultra
Typical weather
37–55°F · some rain risk
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2026
42–59°F
dry
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18–35°F
dry
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27–50°F
dry
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47–67°F
dry
2022
34–65°F
dry
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21–41°F
dry
2020
24–37°F
dry
2019
34–60°F
dry
2018
61–74°F
dry
2017
41–59°F
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About this race
15th ANNUAL MONSTER CROSS
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Race Overview
- Distances: Monster Cross offers a 25 and 50-mile race/ride.
- Bike Types: The course supports cross, gravel or mountain bikes.
- Awards: Awards are given in over 20 divisions.
- Entry Benefits: Chip timed race: either the 50 or 25-mile distance.
Beverage and Food
- First Drink: Monster Cross is buying your 1st.
- Additional Options: Friends of PSP will be selling beer for spectators and extras as a fundraiser for the park/trails.
- Post-Race Food: Back for 2027 is our favorite post-race food spread!
Course Information
- Course Map/GPS: Course: Mini=1 lap and full MX =2 lap.
- Link: Race course
- Location: Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Awards Information
- Awards 50 mile: Top 3 Pro/Expert M/F are eligible for prize money $400, 250 and 100 for third.
- Awards 50 mile: Top 8 Pro/Expert M/F receive awards and free entries into Monster Cross 2025.
- Awards 50 mile: 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 and Arrival
- Pro Tip: Arrive by 8am to avoid traffic at the park entrance.
- Parking Fee: State Park charges $7 parking per carload.
- Permit Requirement: Have a VA state park permit displayed or $7 ready for quick entry.
- Directions: Continue straight on State Park Rd for 1 1/2 miles to reach the parking lot.
Restroom Facilities
- Indoor Options: There are two separate indoor options at the parking lot.
- Location: One option is halfway into the parking lot on the right, behind the vending machines.
- Other Location: The other is the building located nearest to shelter #2.
Race Start Times
- Wave 1: Pro/Expert M/F at 10 a.m.
- Wave 2: All other 50 mile divisions.
- Wave 3: All 25 mile divisions.
Packet Pickup
- Early Pickup: Early packet pickup will be offered Friday and Saturday.
Course Distance
- Distance: 50 or 25 miles on rolling fire roads and double track.
- Pre-Rides: Please do not ride on any trails that state no bikes!
- Approval: We have approval to use two short segments race day only.
Age Divisions Information
- Age Calculation: We will take your age as of race date.
Support Stations
- Aid Stations: We will offer two on-course aid stations.
- Start/Finish Area: One aid station will be at the start/finish area.
Weather Policy
- Delay Date: Weather delay date will be March 7th if there is snow on the course.
Race URL
For more information, visit: Monster Cross Race Page
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Feb 20 – 22, 2027.
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