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Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running: Frontcountry
Intro to Frontcountry Trail Running - Millersylvania State Park
Learn and practice trail running skills at a local frontcountry trail.
- Wed, Jun 2, 2021
- Foothills Trail Running Committee
- Trail Running
- Adults
- Easy
- Easy
- Mileage: 6.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 105 ft
- High Point Elevation: 395 ft
- Pace: 10-11 mins per mile
- 4 (4 capacity)
- 2 (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
We should be ready to run no later 6:30pm.
A Discover Park Pass is required.
The park has several connecting trails. We will start on the outer loop, run the inner loops and then finish on the outside loop to complete one large loop. There will be a mix of forested, gravel trail and possibly several spots with mud on the trail.
Required Equipment
Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities.
- Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, sunglasses, gaiters are recommended.
- Trail running shoes
- A small day pack
- Bring snacks and water.
- Don't forget your headlamp