Park of the Month: Belle Isle State Park
Friends of Belle Isle State Park 5K Trail Run/Walk is September 14, 2013
Early Registration is now open!
The Friends of Belle Isle State Parkis hostingBelle Isle State Park'sannual 5K Trail Run/Walk on Saturday, September 14, 2013. Early registration continues from now until August 29, 2013. There is a $3 discount to register early and early registration allowsthe Friends groupto get a better count for race T-shirts, snacks, and water purchases.
The 5K Trail Run/Walk is a signature event for the Friends of Belle Isle State Park and all proceeds go to the Friends group to support future events and projects in the park.
Runners push for the finish line at Belle Isle State Park's 5K Trail Run/Walk
Click here for the 2013 race registration information and form. Please use a new form for each person registering for the race. The 5K race is a great family fun event, but please no strollers or baby joggers as they race does go through the park'smeadows and some narrowtrail areas.
Ranger Andy Ransome preps the trails for the upcoming 5K TrailRun/Walk
Belle Isle State Park has a campground with electric/water hookups and modern restrooms nearby. The beautiful Bel Air Mansion and guest house are also available for overnight rentals. The park is located on the Rappahannock River in Lancaster, Virginia. For reservations, please call 1-800-933-PARK.