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THE JACKSON RIVER SCENIC TRAIL MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, 10K, AND 5K

Covington, Virginia·Half Marathon

Next Race · Jun 13, 2026

This fun event has something for everyone! The USATF certified course begins and ends at the Intervale Trail Head of The Jackson River Scenic Trail in Covington, Virginia. The trail follows an old railroad bed of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. The course has a smooth crushed gravel surface and is mostly flat with some light hills. The trail follows its namesake river, winding it's way through small communities, cultivated fields, and small patches of woodland. It isn't uncommon to see wildlife