Running in Nelson 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 Nelson 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: October 4, 2025

1. River Trail Loop — James River State Park

8.96km

01:00

70m

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

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2. Cabell Trail & Tye River Overlook loop — James River State Park

4.35km

00:30

50m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Humpback Rocks loop from Sherando

4.08km

00:39

250m

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

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4. Bee Mountain – Chimney Rock loop from Wintergreen

21.4km

03:29

1,040m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Bee Mountain – The Priest loop from Wintergreen

35.7km

05:43

2,070m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. The Priest loop from Wintergreen

14.1km

01:59

930m

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

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7. James River loop from Arrington

14.2km

01:43

160m

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

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8. Running loop from Sherando

5.44km

00:44

160m

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

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9. Humpback Rocks loop from Afton

34.3km

04:39

1,120m

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

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The best running trails in Nelson County

1. River Trail Loop — James River State Park

2. Cabell Trail & Tye River Overlook loop — James River State Park

3. Humpback Rocks loop from Sherando

4. Bee Mountain – Chimney Rock loop from Wintergreen

5. Bee Mountain – The Priest loop from Wintergreen

6. The Priest loop from Wintergreen

7. James River loop from Arrington

8. Running loop from Sherando

9. Humpback Rocks loop from Afton

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