Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race
Deep Hollow Half Marathon: a true trail test on Liberty Mountain.
Race Date
Oct 10, 2026
Location
Lynchburg, VA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Location
- Lynchburg, Virginia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,136
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Deep Hollow Half Marathon, part of the Liberty Mountain Trail Series, is a no-nonsense trail race that winds through the woods around Lynchburg, Virginia. The course is primarily single-track trail, interspersed with forest roads, offering a genuine off-road challenge. With a median field of about 108 finishers and a loyal 27% repeat rate, this race has a dedicated following. Runners come from roughly 20 states, drawn by the promise of a well-organized, community-focused event that has been held annually since 2016, with the 10th edition in 2025.
The race starts and finishes at the Hydaway Outdoor Center, with a festive atmosphere bolstered by door prizes and awards for top finishers. All half-marathon finishers receive a commemorative award, and the long-sleeve shirt is a popular perk. While the exact elevation profile isn't advertised, the trail setting and rolling hills make this a rewarding challenge for those seeking a scenic, intimate race experience away from the crowds of bigger events.
Race-provided description
Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5k is the premier trail race in the Liberty Mountain Trail Series. The Half Marathon is comprised of primarily single track trail intermixed with some forest roads. The 5K course is an out and back course on a forest road. DATE | Saturday, October 10, 2026 LOCATION | Hydaway Outdoor Center DISTANCE | Half Marathon - 13.1 miles | 5K - 3.1 miles START TIME | Half Marathon @ 8 A.M. | 5K @ 8:15 A.M. PACKET PICKUP (info packet includes race shirt and bib) | Friday, October 9 – LaHaye Rotunda from Noon-6 P.M. | T-SHIRT | Featured giveaway t-shirt is guaranteed before Oct 1st registration. A limited number of extra shirts will be available on a first-come basis at packet pickup. AWARDS | Awards will be given to the top 3 male & female overall winners, top 3 male & female in each age group, and top male & female masters (>40 years of age) overall winners. All finishers of the half-marathon will receive a finisher award. Overall awards will be ranked by gun time, age group awards will be ranked on chip time. Door prizes will also be given out throughout the event.
*LMTS FINISHER AWARDS | Awards will be given to all runners who participate in all 5 LMTS 2026-2027 races in April 2027 (Deep Hollow, Valley View, Reindeer Run, Arctic 5k, King of the Mountain). **Liberty University discount applied at checkout LMTS BUNDLE DISCOUNT | Be sure to register for all 5 LMTS races using the "Bundle Option" to receive a 15% on all the races!
REFERRAL DISCOUNT | Be sure to refer your friends/family using your custom code after you register for the race. Refer 3 registrations and we will refund you $20!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Long Sleeve T-Shirt (guaranteed before Oct 1)
Start Location
Hydaway Outdoor Center, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout7110 years running
~108 finishers a year
growing or steady
27% returning runners
4 timing sources
runners from 20 states
winner 1:40:35
typical high 68°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
68°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
65%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,136 finishers actually crossed the line across 10 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1,136
Median time
2:31:35
Latest turnout
113
States
37
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race?
The Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race is held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race take place?
It takes place in Lynchburg, Virginia.
What distances does the Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles.
Is the Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race course flat and good for a PR?
The Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,136 runners who have completed the Deep Hollow Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race.
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