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Smyth County

The best running trails in Smyth County

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Running in Smyth County is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Smyth County—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 5, 2025

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1. Wilburn Ridge via Appalachian Trail run — Grayson County

7.44km

01:01

260m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Whitetop Mountain via Mud Creek Lane run — Grayson County

11.3km

01:30

370m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mount Rogers via Appalachian Trail run — Grayson County

14.3km

01:57

490m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Lost Mountain Shelter via Appalachian Trail run — Grayson County

17.1km

02:14

430m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Whitetop Mountain via Buzzard Rock run — Grayson County

6.11km

00:47

160m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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6. Virginia Creeper Trail Southern Terminus run — Grayson County

10.2km

01:08

100m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Cabin Creek Trail loop run — Grayson County

3.61km

00:30

110m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Mount Rogers via Crest Trail run — Mount Rogers National Recreation Area

21.7km

03:01

770m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Rowland Creek Trail run — Mount Rogers National Recreation Area

14.8km

02:04

630m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Hungry Mother Lake loop from Marion

9.05km

01:08

140m

130m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Smyth County

1. Wilburn Ridge via Appalachian Trail run — Grayson County

2. Whitetop Mountain via Mud Creek Lane run — Grayson County

3. Mount Rogers via Appalachian Trail run — Grayson County

4. Lost Mountain Shelter via Appalachian Trail run — Grayson County

5. Whitetop Mountain via Buzzard Rock run — Grayson County

6. Virginia Creeper Trail Southern Terminus run — Grayson County

7. Cabin Creek Trail loop run — Grayson County

8. Mount Rogers via Crest Trail run — Mount Rogers National Recreation Area

9. Rowland Creek Trail run — Mount Rogers National Recreation Area

10. Hungry Mother Lake loop from Marion

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