
FXBG Trail Half Marathon
FXBG Trail Series concludes with a challenging, scenic loop through Fredericksburg's reservoir trail system.
Race Date
Sep 27, 2026
Location
Fredericksburg, VA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, September 27, 2026
- Location
- Fredericksburg, Virginia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The FXBG Trail Series culminates with the Motts Half Marathon, a comprehensive tour of Fredericksburg's reservoir trail system. Runners will navigate every twist and turn of the winding network, experiencing the full character of the trails, from flowing singletrack to constant changes in scenery.
The course is designed with rolling hills, featuring five distinct climbs totaling 946 feet of elevation gain. These climbs, while not excessively long, require steady effort and smart pacing. The route offers a dynamic experience, winding along the shoreline, through wooded sections, and across undulating terrain that showcases the memorable nature of the trails.
This half marathon is the ultimate reservoir adventure, providing a true test of a runner's ability to manage climbs and flowing descents on curving singletrack. It's a celebration of the entire trail system, offering a challenging yet rewarding race for participants.
Race-provided description
The Motts Half Marathon is our fifth and final race in the FXBG Trail Series. This course takes runners on a full tour of the reservoir trail system, covering every corner of the winding network that surrounds the water. From the start line to the finish, you’ll experience the full character of the trails — flowing singletrack, constant twists and turns, and scenery that changes with every mile. Rolling hills shape the rhythm of the course, keeping your legs engaged and your pacing honest. Along the way, runners will tackle five distinct climbs, totaling 946 feet of elevation gain, that add just the right amount of challenge. None are impossibly long, but together they demand steady effort and smart energy management. The route never feels repetitive as it winds along the shoreline, through wooded sections, and across the undulating terrain that makes these trails so memorable. With a mix of climbs, flowing descents, and curving singletrack, this race is the ultimate reservoir adventure — a true showcase of the entire trail system.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
6600 River Rd, Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest, Lake River
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 3 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
60°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
78%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the FXBG Trail Half Marathon?
The FXBG Trail Half Marathon is held on Sunday, September 27, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the FXBG Trail Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
What distances does the FXBG Trail Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the FXBG Trail Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The FXBG Trail Half Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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