2025 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Event: 2025 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & 26.2 Relay
• Date: October 1, 2025
• Location: Chessie Trail-McKethan Park, Lexington, VA
• Website: www.runthechessie.org

🥇 Race Highlights

• Award-Winning Trail: The Chessie Nature Trail was voted one of the top three recreational trails in 2023 & 2024.
• Scenic Views: Experience the beauty of the Maury River and the stunning autumn foliage.
• Road-Free Running: The courses will not require crossing any roads or harsh surfaces.
• Community Support: Enjoy the encouragement and assistance from dedicated volunteers throughout the race.

🎖️ Course Info

• Marathon: 26.2 miles on a flat, smooth trail with scenic landscapes.
• Half Marathon: Nearly the entire trail, heading east towards Buena Vista.
• 10K & 5K: Diversified landscapes over shorter distances, perfect for all abilities.
• Relay Race: Four legs of varying distances, with all exchanges at the start/finish area.

🎽 Registration Details

• Online Only: Registration is exclusively online at runsignup.com.
• Registration Cut-off: October 24, 2025, at 7 PM ET.
• Non-Refundable: No refunds will be provided for any reason.
• Virtual Option: Available for all race distances, running anytime between October 1 to October 25.

🏆 Awards & Amenities

• Finishing Medals: Custom medals for all finishers across all events.
• Age Group Awards: Recognitions for top finishers across various categorizations.
• Post-Race Feast: Enjoy pizza, pancakes, snacks, and drinks post-race.
• Swag: Participants receive race t-shirts, stickers, and more based on the event.

🅿️ Parking & Accessibility

• Free Parking: Available near the start/finish area.
• Handicap Parking: Accessible parking in the designated areas with shuttle services.
• Facilities: Restrooms and aid stations will be strategically located along the course.
• Weather Preparedness: Average temperatures are ideal for running: plan accordingly!

📅 Race Day Schedule

• Packet Pickup: October 24, from 10 AM to 7 PM at Walkabout Outfitters.
• Race Starts: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, Relay at 8 AM: 10K at 8:15 AM: 5K at 8:25 AM.
• Award Ceremony: Ceremony for winners will commence as results are available.
• Race Support Ends: All operations cease by 3 PM on race day.

📞 Contact & Volunteer

• Volunteer Opportunities: Sign up to help and receive a custom t-shirt and join the post-race festivities.
• For Inquiries: Contact via email at runthechessie@gmail.com for more information.
• Packet Pickup Queries: Details about picking up packets for others can be clarified upon request.
• Lodging: Plenty of accommodations nearby: plan early due to event popularity.