Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon
Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon runs flat crushed gravel out and back on a rail trail beside the river in the mountains of western Virginia.
Quick facts
- Out-and-back on a smooth crushed-gravel rail bed, starting 7:00 a.m. at Intervale Trailhead.
- Light hills, marked turnarounds, and a 6:30 cutoff.
- Half marathon, 10K, and 5K start from Intervale as well.
- Mid-June starts mild and warms quickly, and humidity shapes fluid needs.
About the Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon
This Alleghany Highlands race centers on the Jackson River Scenic Trail, with a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K starting at Intervale.
Course
The course is a smooth crushed-gravel out-and-back on an old rail bed, with light hills, marked turnarounds, and a 6:30 marathon cutoff.
Race-day weather
Mid-June in Covington can start mild and turn warm by late morning. Shade helps, but humidity can still shape pacing and fluid needs.
Past Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, June 13, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, June 14, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, June 8, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon FAQ
When is the Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon. The most recent running was on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
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