Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30)
Colonial Heights' half marathon offers a fast, flat out-and-back course along the Appomattox River.
Race Date
Jul 25, 2026
Location
Colonial Heights, VA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Location
- Colonial Heights, Virginia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 26
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Eagle Half Marathon at Colonial Heights, VA, presents a straightforward out-and-back course designed for speed. Runners will navigate a paved path along the Appomattox River Greenway, with the half marathon completing the route four times. This course is notably flat, with minimal elevation change, making it an attractive option for those chasing personal bests.
The race typically draws participants from around eight states, indicating a solid regional draw. With a growing field trend, the event is building momentum. The 3.5-hour time limit accommodates a wide range of runners, and the start at 8:00 AM allows for cooler morning temperatures, though race-day weather can still be warm, averaging in the high 70s to high 80s.
Finisher medals, shirts, and costume awards are part of the package, with a focus on the US Road Running series points. While parking is noted as limited, the race offers a no-frills, efficient experience for runners focused on performance.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information Park at the Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing. Limited Parking. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5964793165 This course is an out-and-back. (3.11M) 5K does the course one time. 10K does the course two times. 13.1M Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5921762272 This course is an out-and-back. (3.275M) Half Marathon does the course four times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
265 Charles H Dimmock Pkwy, Colonial Heights, VA, 23834
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
2 years running
~13.5 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 8 states
winner 2:01:35
typical high 89°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
72°
Afternoon (High)
89°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 26 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
26
Median time
2:31:20
Latest turnout
19
States
9
Turnout by year
2024–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30)?
The Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30) is held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30) take place?
It takes place in Colonial Heights, Virginia.
What distances does the Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30) course flat and good for a PR?
The Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 26 runners who have completed the Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30).
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