James River Scramble (10kish)


Beware: The James River Scramble is not your typical Saturday stroll in the park.

Along this 10k-ish course you may encounter roots, gravel, rough terrain, and low-hanging branches. Up for the challenge? You’ll get to experience firsthand some of RVA’s best outdoor gems. This is not a race for walkers.

Cost & Registration

Pricing Schedule

January 24 – March 14: $40
March 15 – April 25: 
$45
April 26– May 13:  $50
May 14– May 18:  $60

Includes a cool finisher t-shirt, chip timed bib, and a drink ticket*.

*Drink ticket must be used during normal festival hours

Entries are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-deferrable, even in the case of a race cancellation, postponement, event format changes, and/or if you are unable to participate.

INCOME BASED RATE

The James River Scramble offers a $15 special rate for those who qualify for an income based rate. Click here for eligibility information.

Packet Pickup

You must pick you your packet before the start of your event. Bib numbers must be worn in order to access the Start Area of all events. A Photo ID is required to pick you your packet. You may pick up a packet for another pre-registered participant, provided you have a copy of their photo ID.

Packet Pick Up will only be available at the Start Line Saturday morning. The start line is just over the T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge on the south side of the river

  • Saturday, May 18 from 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM

Challenges

Want to add some extra intensity to your Dominion Energy Riverrock experience? Try out the Trail Trail Takedown!

Course

Water Stops

The James River Scramble will have water stops along the course. Please note water stops will be self-serve and cup-less. Participants must bring their own hydration system.

Course Descriptions

Course offers more trail and less pavement! The James River Scramble will start on the south side of the river, just over the T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge, and finish in the Belle Isle parking lot.

Note about Course Map: As is the nature of trail races, it can be difficult to create a map that accurately reflects the true distance of the course. Please keep in mind that this map is intended to give you a better understanding of the course and that the race route is approximately a 10k.

*Course is subject to change.

Rules

  • All participants must be at least 7 years old to participate.  We ask that all children under the age of 14 be accompanied by an adult.
  • This event is cup-less. You must bring your own hydration device.
  • Consumption of alcohol before the event is PROHIBITED

Waves

The James River Scramble utilizes wave starts in order to control volume on the trails. At the start of the race you will line up with the sign that matches your predicted pace per mile.

Awards

Prizes will be awarded to the top finisher in each division/category.

Results

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