Woodbooger 100 | Southwest Virginia Running

Deep in the forests of Southwest Virginia, where ridgelines rise steep and creeks cut through ancient story filled rocks, the Woodbooger is said to roam. Whether you believe the legend or not, one thing is certain, this terrain demands respect.

The Woodbooger 100 is a trail endurance event hosted by Southwest Virginia Running, in partnership with the City of Norton, designed to showcase the rugged beauty of the High Knob region while celebrating community, resilience, and the joy of doing hard things together.

This is an experience rooted in places older than written word, stories passed thru generations, and mountain spirits.

Race Distances

25K
50K
100K
100 Mile

Each distance is thoughtfully designed to highlight scenic ridgelines, deep forest corridors, and technical Appalachian mountain trails while prioritizing safety, sustainability, and runner experience. Expect challenging terrain, significant elevation gain, and well-supported aid stations throughout the course.

The Course

The Woodbooger 100 takes place in and around the High Knob region, utilizing established trails and forest roads on City of Norton and U.S. Forest Service land. It is your responsibility to prepare and know the course ahead of time. The course will be marked and we suggest you have poles available and all the required gear before race day. See the race guide for more information.

While final course details will be released closer to race day, runners can expect:

Stunning mountain and valley views
Dense forest running
Technical trail sections
Steep descents on a combination of forest roads, trails, and paved roads
Intimidating climbs on trails and paved roads
A goal of utilizing as much non-repeating trail as possible in the area, however, with continuing rebuilding trail systems after Hurricane Helene devastated Southwest Virginia, more trails will be added over the years it takes to rejuvenate the area

This race is built for those who love mountains, don’t shy away from elevation, and appreciate wild, mystical places.

Race Directors

The Woodbooger 100 is directed by Melissa Londry and Alyx Barnett, experienced ultrarunners and community builders committed to creating safe, inclusive, and well-organized trail events. Together, they bring decades of running experience, race directing expertise, and a shared belief that trail running is about more than competition. At its heart, trail running is about connection, growth, and stewardship.

What You Can Expect

Scenic Appalachian trails
Well-stocked aid stations
Clear course marking and communication
Robust safety and medical planning
Leave No Trace stewardship
A welcoming, supportive trail community

Whether you’re chasing a buckle, a personal challenge, or your first ultra finish, you’ll find encouragement every step of the way.

Awards & Finishers

100K and 100-Mile Finishers receive a custom Woodbooger buckle
25K and 50K Finishers receive a custom finisher medal

These miles demand something legendary, like those who dare to take them on.

Registration

Early-bird pricing of $1 per mile runs from October 7th through October 14th at midnight. Price increases to standard pricing on October 15th. Late registration between April 14th and June11th pay a premium price and may not be guaranteed a shirt or finishers awards.

Community & Stewardship

Southwest Virginia Running is deeply committed to caring for the trails and communities that make our events possible.

The Woodbooger 100 includes:

Trail work days (Meeting at the High Knob Destination Center with Breakfast at 9 AM; Trail work begins at 10 AM)
Volunteer opportunities
Partnerships with local businesses and organizations
Responsible land use and post-event restoration

We believe great races leave trails, and communities, better than they found them.