WEATHER UPDATE: Sunday RIDE is CANCELED due to trail conditions. All other events are ON!
This is a group run on the entire, nearly 20-mile loop of trail that encircles the city of Charlottesville.
Distance: ~ 20 miles.
Run time: approximately 4 hours. This is variable due to rest stops and running speeds. We are not out to set any time record, but will keep a steady pace.
We run around the City in counterclockwise direction, using road walks and detours where necessary.
Aside from 3 on-course aid stations, this run is self-supported, and all participants are responsible for their own navigation, water, and snacks. Navigation notes, rest stops, and water locations will be included in runner confirmation emails.
Start: The Rivanna River Co. is located at 1518 E High St (behind the new Hogwaller Brewing). Parking is available along Riverdale Drive and in the Burnley-Moran Elementary school parking lot, across High Street from our meeting point (map below). We leave from the RTF tent promptly at 8:30 am.
Finish: We’ll end back at the Rivanna River Company around lunch time, with plenty of time to rest up before the Mighty Joshua concert. The run is free, and so is the concert! Beer and food can be purchased at Hogwaller Brewing all afternoon. Local beer, wine, and food trucks will be on-site at Rivanna River Co. starting at 12:00 pm, with the concert beginning at 5:00 pm (opener) and Mighty Joshua going on stage at 6:00 pm.
Important note: This is a strenuous run — 20 miles over occasionally uneven terrain. We will have a number of volunteers in our group, and over the course of the run may spread out into faster and slower groups, but assess your endurance honestly. . . and break in your shoes before the day.
By registering for this run, you:
How to participate: No cost. Just register so we’ll know to expect you.
We’ll send a final confirmation to registrants the week before the event.
Distance: ~ 20 miles.
Hiking time: approximately 9 hours. This is variable due to rest stops and hiking speeds. We are not out to set any time record, but will keep a steady pace.
We hike around the City in a counterclockwise direction, using road walks and detours where necessary.
Start: The Rivanna River Company is located at 1518 E High St (behind the new Hogwaller Brewing). Parking is available along Riverdale Drive and in the Burnley-Moran Elementary school parking lot, across High Street from our meeting point (map below). We leave from the RTF tent promptly at 8:30 am.
Finish: We’ll end at the Rivanna River Company about 5:00 pm, in time for the Mighty Joshua concert. The hike is free, and so is the concert! Beer and food can be purchased at Hogwaller Brewing all afternoon. Local beer, wine, and food trucks will be on-site at Rivanna River Co. starting at 12:00 pm, with the concert beginning at 5:00 pm (opener) and Mighty Joshua going on stage at 6:00 pm.
What to bring: boots or sturdy shoes; clothes appropriate for “urban wilderness” hiking and for weather conditions; stream crossing shoes or sandals; water; snacks; personal needs. There are a number of rock-hops and smaller streams to cross, so participants may want to bring a pair of water-safe shoes or sandals.
Important note: This is a strenuous hike – not technically difficult, but it’s a long day. We will have a number of volunteers in our group and over the course of the day may fall into faster and slower groups, but please assess your endurance and break in your boots before the hike day.
By registering for this hike, you:
How to participate: No cost. Just register so we’ll know to expect you.
We’ll send a final confirmation to registrants the week before the hike.
Join CAMBC for a group bike ride around the City on the Rivanna Trail! This is a slow-paced ride, approximately 6-7 hours, suitable for slower or less experienced riders, or riders who prefer a leisurely pace or who have never ridden the full 20 mile Rivanna Trail loop. If you prefer to ride faster, please check out the Intermediate/Brisk Pace or Advanced/Fast rides. All groups will have a ride leader and a sweeper to assure no one gets lost or left behind, and there will be stops at aid stations and van-assisted bail-out points.
Distance: ~ 20 miles.
Cycling time: approximately 6-7 hours according to ability and speed. We will be splitting into groups according to ability and experience, and there will be van-assisted bail out points.
Start: The Rivanna River Co. is located at 1518 E High St (behind the new Hogwaller Brewing). Parking is available along Riverdale Drive and in the Burnley-Moran Elementary school parking lot, across High Street from our meeting point (map below). We leave from the CAMBC tent promptly at 11:00 am (“wheels down”).
Finish: We’ll end back at the Rivanna River Co. around 5:00 pm for the Mighty Joshua concert. The ride is free, and so is the concert! Beer and food can be purchased at Hogwaller Brewing all afternoon. Local beer, wine, and food trucks will be on-site at Rivanna River Co. starting at 12:00 pm, with the concert beginning at 5:00 pm (opener) and Mighty Joshua going on stage at 6:00 pm.
What to bring: a sturdy fat-tire mountain bike with gears – this ride is not recommended for hybrid or skinny-tire bikes – clothes and helmet appropriate for “urban wilderness” riding and the weather conditions, water and snacks, and any personal needs. There are a number of rock-hops and smaller streams to cross, so participants can expect wet toes.
There will be at least 3 aid stations along the way with water and snacks. All riders should have a fat-tire geared bike, sturdy footwear, helmet, gloves, and water. Carrying a spare tube is recommended. Dress for the weather.
This is a strenuous ride – and is not suitable for first-time cyclists or children younger than 12, unless they are experienced riders. The RT is mostly a primitive trail, so “experience” means ability to ride on dirt trails with hills, roots, and rocks. That said, this is a perfect ride for an experienced beginner looking for a challenge. The bail-out option means no pressure to do the whole 21 miles, but everyone will be encouraged to finish as much as they can. This is a NO DROP ride – no one will be left behind.
By registering for this ride, you:
How to participate: No cost. Just register so we’ll know to expect you.
We’ll send a final confirmation to registrants the week before the ride.
Join CAMBC for a group bike ride around the City on the Rivanna Trail! This is a medium- to brisk-paced ride, approximately 4-5 hours, suitable for experienced riders who roll at a steady pace, who prefer a brisk pace, or have previously ridden the full 20 mile Rivanna Trail loop in under 5 hours. If you have never ridden the full loop and/or you are new to mountain biking, or if you prefer a slow and leisurely pace, please check out the Novice/Slow group option. If you prefer to ride fast please check out the Advanced/Fast ride. All groups will have a ride leader and a sweeper to assure no one gets lost or left behind, and there will be stops at aid stations and van-assisted bail-out points.
Distance: ~ 20 miles.
Cycling time: approximately 4-5 hours according to ability and speed. We will be splitting into groups according to ability and experience, and there will be van-assisted bail out points.
Start: The Rivanna River Co. is located at 1518 E High St (behind the new Hogwaller Brewing). Parking is available along Riverdale Drive and in the Burnley-Moran Elementary school parking lot, across High Street from our meeting point (map below). We leave from the CAMBC tent promptly at 1:00 pm (“wheels down”).
Finish: We’ll end back at the Rivanna River Company around 5:00 pm for the Mighty Joshua concert. The ride is free, and so is the concert! Beer and food can be purchased at Hogwaller Brewing all afternoon. Local beer, wine, and food trucks will be on-site at Rivanna River Co. starting at 12:00 pm, with the concert beginning at 5:00 pm (opener) and Mighty Joshua going on stage at 6:00 pm.
What to bring: a sturdy fat-tire mountain bike with gears – this ride is not recommended for hybrid or skinny-tire bikes – clothes and helmet appropriate for “urban wilderness” riding and the weather conditions, water and snacks, and any personal needs. There are a number of rock-hops and smaller streams to cross, so participants can expect wet toes.
There will be 3 or 4 aid stations along the way with water and snacks. All riders should have a fat-tire geared bike, sturdy footwear, helmet, gloves, and water. Carrying a spare tube is recommended. Dress for the weather.
This is a strenuous ride – and is not suitable for first-time cyclists or children younger than 12. If you are unsure about your ability, please consider the 6-hour ride that begins at 11:00. The RT is mostly a primitive trail, and this group is meant for experienced riders. The bail-out option means no pressure to do the whole 20 miles, but everyone will be encouraged to finish as much as they can. This is a NO DROP ride – no one will be left behind.
By registering for this ride, you:
How to participate: No cost. Just register so we’ll know to expect you.
We’ll send a final confirmation to registrants the week before the ride.
Join CAMBC for a group bike ride around the City on the Rivanna Trail! This is a fast-paced ride, approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, suitable for racers, experienced riders who like to push the pace, or riders who have ridden longer distances and who like to be challenged. If you are not a racer, do not prefer to ride as fast as possible, or have trouble keeping up with the front of the pack, then please check out the Intermediate/Brisk Pace group ride that leaves at 1:00 pm or the leisurely paced Novice/Slow ride that leaves at 11:00 am. All groups will have a ride leader and a sweeper to assure no one gets lost or left behind, and there will be stops at aid stations and van-assisted bail-out points.
Distance: ~ 20 miles
Cycling time: approximately 2.5-3 hours. We will be splitting into groups according to ability and speed, and there will be van-assisted bail out points.
Start: The Rivanna River Co. is located at 1518 E High St (behind the new Hogwaller Brewing). Parking is available along Riverdale Drive and in the Burnley-Moran Elementary school parking lot, across High Street from our meeting point (map below). We leave from the CAMBC tent promptly at 2:30 pm (“wheels down”).
Finish: We’ll end back at the Rivanna River Company around 5:00 pm for the Mighty Joshua concert. The ride is free, and so is the concert! Beer and food can be purchased at Hogwaller Brewing all afternoon. Local beer, wine, and food trucks will be on-site at Rivanna River Co. starting at 12:00 pm, with the concert beginning at 5:00 pm (opener) and Mighty Joshua going on stage at 6:00 pm.
What to bring: a sturdy fat-tire mountain bike with gears – this ride is not recommended for hybrid or skinny-tire bikes – clothes and helmet appropriate for “urban wilderness” riding and the weather conditions, water and snacks, and any personal needs. There are a number of rock-hops and smaller streams to cross, so participants can expect wet toes.
There will be at least 3 aid stations along the way with water and snacks. All riders should have a fat-tire geared bike, sturdy footwear, helmet, gloves, and water. Carrying a spare tube is recommended. Dress for the weather.
This is a strenuous ride – and is not suitable for first-time cyclists or children younger than 12. If you are unsure about your ability, please consider the 6-hour ride that begins at 11:00 or the 4-hour ride that begins at 1:00. The RT is mostly a primitive trail, and this group is meant for advanced riders. The bail-out option means no pressure to do the whole 21 miles, but everyone will be encouraged to finish as much as they can. This is a NO DROP ride – no one will be left behind.
By registering for this ride, you:
How to participate: No cost. Just register so we’ll know to expect you.
We’ll send a final confirmation to registrants the week before the ride.
We are pleased to announce this addition to LDV — a low-stress, adaptive stroll on the paved trail, specifically for those with various mobility challenges.
Join Cory Paradis of VisitAble for a roll of about 0.6 miles (depending on how participants feel) beginning and ending at the Rivanna River Company. The excursion will be followed by a free concert with Mighty Joshua, also at RRC.
What to expect:
To celebrate the Rivanna Trail and the many volunteers and supporters who make it happen, join us for a free concert featuring RC Sound System and Mighty Joshua!
Cheer for our runners, hikers and mountain bikers arriving back from their loop all afternoon!
Beer and food can be purchased at Hogwaller Brewing all afternoon. Local beer, wine, and food trucks will be on-site at Rivanna River Co. starting at 3:30pm, with the concert beginning at 5:00 pm (RC Sound System) and Mighty Joshua going on stage at 6:00 pm.
Registration is not required for the concert.
Location: The Rivanna River Co. is at 1518 E High St (behind the new Hogwaller Brewing). Parking is available along Riverdale Drive and in the Burnley-Moran Elementary school parking lot, across High Street.
To provide a better experience for our participants, volunteers, supporters and concert goers, we’ve decided to move everything over to Rivanna River Co. for Sunday.
To stay on parts of the trail less susceptible to damage in wet conditions (paved, gravel, etc.) and to better align with the rescheduled concert, we’ve modified the schedule of events for Sunday:
Come enjoy breakfast before you run, walk, ride or volunteer! We’ll have pancakes, berries, juice and coffee, courtesy of our generous sponsors at CAMBC, Wool Factory, The Workshop, and Snowing in Space.
The Workshop at The Wool Factory will be open for purchases of espresso and coffee, tea, pastries and more.
Join CAMBC for a group bike ride on the River North segment of the Rivanna Trail!
Distance: ~ 17 miles.
Cycling time: approximately 3 hours according to ability and speed. We will be splitting into groups according to ability and experience.
Start: The Wool Factory is located at 1837 Broadway St. We will leave from the RTF tent at east end of the property, next to the railway trestle, promptly at 9:30 am(“wheels down”).
Finish: We’ll end back at the Wool Factory around 12:30 pm, for the Lightening Trail Talks, and a celebration of the Rivanna Trail and CAMBC’s 20th Anniversary.
What to bring: a sturdy mountain bike, clothes and helmet appropriate for “urban wilderness” riding and the weather conditions, water and snacks, and any personal needs. All riders must have a fat-tire geared bike, sturdy footwear, helmet, gloves, and water. Carrying a spare tube is recommended. Dress for the weather.
This is a strenuous ride – and is not suitable for first-time cyclists or children younger than 12, unless they are experienced riders. The RT is mostly a primitive trail, so “experience” means ability to ride on dirt trails with hills, roots, and rocks. That said, this is a perfect ride for an experienced beginner and all intermediates looking for a challenge. The bail-out option means no pressure to do the whole out-and-back, but everyone will be encouraged to finish as much as they can. This is a NO DROP ride – no one will be left behind.
By registering for this ride, you:
How to participate: No cost. Just register so we’ll know to expect you.
We’ll send a final confirmation to registrants the week before the ride.
If you’ve been participating in our monthly walks around the Rivanna Trail, we’ll be hiking the final segment starting at 10:00 am. This 6-mile hike will start at the Wool Factory and head to Jordan Park and back.
Distance: 6 miles
Hiking time: approximately 2 hours. This is variable due to rest stops and hiking speeds. We are not out to set any time record, but will keep a steady pace.
Start: The Wool Factory is located at 1837 Broadway St. (map below). We will leave from the RTF tent at east end of the property, next to the railway trestle, promptly at 10:00 am.
WildRock is organizing a self-guided scavenger hunt along the 0.70 mile loop trail at the Wool Factory. There’s no need to register for this event, and no specific time – check in at the Public Lands kid zone anytime between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm to pick up a map.
How to participate: No cost, no need to register.
The Charlottesville Area Trail Runners are leading a no-drop group run!
Distance: 5 miles
Run time: approximately 1-1.5 hours. We will keep a steady pace, but this is a no-drop group run.
We will start at the Wool Factory for an out-and-back run (route TBD), returning to the Wool Factory.
Start: The Wool Factory is located at 1837 Broadway St. We will leave from the RTF tent at east end of the property, next to the railway trestle, promptly at 11:00 am.
Finish: We’ll end back at the Wool Factory around noon, in time for an afternoon of music, food, and the opportunity to celebrate the Rivanna Trail and CAMBC’s 20th anniversary with local beer, wine, and food available for purchase (thanks to the Wool Factory and Selvedge brewery) and the Mini-Summit + Lightening Trail Updates.
By registering for this run, you:
How to participate: No cost. Just register so we’ll know to expect you.
We’ll send a final confirmation to registrants the week before the run.
Enjoy food, music, drink and fellowship with fellow walkers, runners and bikers. After celebrating CAMBC’s 20th Anniversary (with cake!), there will be quick (3 minute) “lightning updates” from some of the 30+ organizations that comprise the Piedmont Mobility Alliance. Learn about what’s happening locally, including new trails, future plans, and ways you can get involved.
Proposed Agenda:
Registration is not required for this event.
Location: The Wool Factory, 1837 Broadway St. Parking is in the main lots when you enter from Broadway Street, and the Wool Factory space is at the east end of the building near the railroad trestle.
Food and drink will be available throughout the day. We’ll recognize our outstanding volunteer of the year and pass out several fun awards for participants. And of course, we’ll celebrate CAMBC’s 20th Anniversary!
Who doesn’t want pancakes midday outdoors on a Sunday after a gray, rainy day?!
We’ll have pancakes, berries and cold brew coffee, courtesy of our generous sponsors at CAMBC and Snowing in Space!
And no, you do not have to be registered for a trail event to eat pancakes with us!
If you’d rather land on the lunch end of the spectrum, Hogwaller Brewing will be serving lunch and it’s right across the parking lot.
Our friends at Wildrock will be hosting a Kids Zone with hands-on activities, starting at 1pm.
Due to the amount of rain, Sunday’s trail conditions on the River North Trail will be too wet to ride without doing damage.
Ever done the Old Mills Trail? It’s a serene, mostly crushed gravel riverside trail with some paved and some packed dirt sections.
Distance: 4 miles*
Hiking time: approximately 2 hours. This is variable due to rest stops and hiking speeds. We are not out to set any time record, but will keep a steady pace.
Start: Arrive at RRC about 30 minutes prior to start – we’ll head out promptly at 3:00 pm. You can register / check-in onsite day-of.
*You can also turn around whenever you like to head back if you don’t want to do the full 4 miles.
The Charlottesville Area Trail Runners are leading a no-drop group run!
Distance: 5 miles
Run time: approximately 1-1.5 hours. We will keep a steady pace, but this is a no-drop group run.
We will start at Rivanna River Co. for an out-and-back run (route TBD), returning to RRC in time for the concert.
Start: Arrive at RRC about 30 minutes prior to departure time. We’ll leave promptly at 3pm.
Finish: We’ll end back at RRC around 4:00 pm, with plenty of time to get some food and drink before the concert starts at 5pm.
By joining us for this run, you:
At 3:00pm, food and beverage sales will begin.
Arepas on Wheels food truck will be onsite and Selvedge beer (including the limited edition Infi-Knit Trail beer!), Random Row beer, Potter’s Cider, and wine will be available for purchase.
Join us for a free concert featuring RC Sound System and Mighty Joshua!
No trail participation is required to attend the concert — bring friends and family and let’s party!
Cheer for our runners, hikers and mountain bikers arriving back from their trail adventures!
Beer and food can be purchased at Hogwaller Brewing prior to 3:00 pm. Local beer, wine, and food trucks will be on-site at Rivanna River Co. starting at 3:00 pm, with the concert beginning at 5:00 pm (RC Sound System) and Mighty Joshua going on stage at 6:00 pm.
Registration is not required for the concert.
Location: The Rivanna River Co. is at 1518 E High St (behind the new Hogwaller Brewing). Parking is available along Riverdale Drive and in the Burnley-Moran Elementary school parking lot, across High Street.
Sunday BIKE the River North is CANCELED.
All other Sunday events are ON!
It’s still a PARTY! Click below for the new FINAL schedule for Sunday.