SEPTEMBER 12: RUN RICHMOND 16.19 IN RVA (MM 49-51.7)

The Run Richmond 16.19 is taking place on Saturday, September 12, from 8 a.m. to noon. The 6.19K run and 8K run/walk courses include portions of the Virginia Capital Trail between MM 49 and MM 51.7. Trail users should expect increased activity, runners, and possible brief delays along this section of the Trail. Please slow down, stay alert, and use caution.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this community event. For more information about the Run Richmond 16.19, visit their website.

SEPTEMBER 12-13: PATRIOTS TRIATHLON IN JAMES CITY COUNTY (MM 0-11)

Trail users should be aware that the Patriots Triathlon will utilize portions of the Virginia Capital Trail on Saturday, September 12, and Sunday, September 13, with race activities beginning at 7:00 a.m. each day. Increased athlete, volunteer, spectator, and support vehicle activity is expected along mile markers 0-11 of the trail.

Trail users may experience heavier-than-normal congestion in affected areas from approximately 7:00 a.m. until early afternoon as participants move through the course. Please use extra caution, reduce speed when approaching event areas, follow posted signage, and obey directions from event staff to help ensure a safe experience for everyone.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this community event. For more information about the Patriots Triathlon, visit their website.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE: SMALL SECTION OF THE CAPITAL TRAIL NEAR MM 51.5 (RICHMOND)

Trail Alert Update (8/14): A short section of the Capital Trail beneath the train trestle near Mile Marker 51.5 remains closed while repairs continue following the July 3 freight train derailment. Crews are working to repair the overhead canopy that was removed to allow CSX to safely remove the derailed train cars from the canal. Repairs are ongoing, and we do not yet have an updated reopening timeline. We will share an update as soon as more information is available. For your safety and the safety of workers on-site, please follow all closure signs and do not cross caution tape.

Thank you to DPW crews, CSX, the City of Richmond, and everyone working to repair the canopy and restore Trail access.

* A freight train derailed above the Capital Trail near Mile Marker 51.7 at Dock Street and 21st Street on Friday, July 3. The train was carrying corn and grain. Repair efforts remain underway.

ACTIVE CONSTRUCTION SITE AT DOCK STREET PARK IN RICHMOND (MM 51.2)

There is an active construction site at Dock Street Park in Richmond (MM 51.2). Please be alert for construction vehicles crossing the Trail. Please be alert and use caution.