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Turkey Trot 5K

Location of Occoneechee State Park in Virginia

Where

Occoneechee State Park, 1192 Occoneechee Park Rd., Clarksville, VA 23927.
Splash Park

When

Nov. 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

The Friends of Occoneechee bring you their second annual Turkey Trot 5K race and fun run/walk. This 5K will take place in the beautiful scenery of Occoneechee State Park, which borders Buggs Island Lake and the attractive lakefront town of Clarksville, VA. Strollers, well-mannered pets on a leash and costumes are also welcome. The course consists of paved roads, rolling hills, and lake views as it winds through wooded areas of the park. Medals will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers of the 5K and top finisher in various age groups.

The registration fee is $25 per entrant. If you register by October 20th you can order an event t-shirt with your registration. The $7 parking fee applies, however, a donation of 4 canned food items can waive the parking fee.

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Register at this link by 11/16/2025

Generous donations by local vendors are helping make this event possible. All proceeds benefit Occoneechee State Park.

This event will be officially timed and measured by The Brick Running and Tri Store.

Documents

  1. runsignup-5k-turkey-qr-code1.jpeg

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $25.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-374-2210
Email Address: Occoneechee@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Competition | Kids/Family | Special Event

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