Pawpaw 10 Miler

The Pawpaw 10 Miler and 5 Miler take place at Powhatan State Park in Powhatan, Virginia, celebrating the park's 10th anniversary alongside the annual Pawpaw Festival. The event offers a 10-mile race and a shorter 5-mile option, featuring scenic routes along the James River, open fields, shaded singletrack trails, and past historic cabin ruins. The course combines flat, fast river trails with challenging climbs through diverse terrain and wildlife habitats.

Participants enjoy a water station at mile 5, and those registered early receive a gender-specific shirt. The festival includes live music, a beer truck, and food options, with proceeds supporting the Friends of Powhatan State Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.