Chessie Trail Marathon

Lexington, VA, USA · November 7, 2026

47°·61° high·Light·Dry

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63° high

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Cool start, warming trend

Runners will face a temperature rise from 45°F at the start to a high of 63°F by the finish. Humidity will be moderate at 59%, and wind will be light from the WNW. With the warming trend, runners should consider adjusting their pace conservatively as the race progresses.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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Run America’s most spectacular rail trail! The Chessie Nature Trail was voted one of the top three recreational trails in the nation in 2023. The seven-mile Chessie Trail, situated at the southern end of the Shenandoah Valley, parallels the scenic Maury River and connects historic Lexington, Virginia, with the boom-town community of Buena Vista. The smooth, flat, and fast, gravel and grass trail runs along the former Chesapeake and Ohio rail line and parts of the earlier James and Kanawha Canal towpath. Source

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Race weekend

Saturday, November 7

8:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

8:00 AMMarathon Relay (26.2 mi)

8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

8:15 AM10K (6.2 mi)

8:25 AM5K (3.1 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Chessie Trail Marathon?

The 2026 Chessie Trail Marathon will be held on Saturday November 7, 2026.

Is the Chessie Trail Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Chessie Trail Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Chessie Trail Marathon?

The time limit for the Chessie Trail Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Chessie Trail Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 62°F and a low of 42°F with a 7% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 7 years of data

Avg Temp

51°F

L:46° H:54°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

14%

1 of 7 yrs

Wind7mph

Dew38°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Chessie Trail Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	39°/48°	-	28°
2024 Chessie Trail Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	57°/64°	-	50°
2023 Chessie Trail Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	43°/59°	-	21°
2022 Chessie Trail Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	45°/51°	-	43°
2021 Chessie Trail Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2021	49°/52°	Light	48°
2019 Chessie Trail Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2019	45°/54°	-	39°
2018 Chessie Trail Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2018	43°/53°	-	39°