Face the Forest - Obstacle Course 5K

Face the Forest - Obstacle Course 5K A 3.1 mile obstacle course race through plantation lands once part of Thomas Jefferson’s retreat.

in 2014, 324 youth and adults scaled hay bales, climbed six and eight-foot A-frame walls, low-crawled through a muddy creek bed, flipped 200 pound tires, jumped in mud pools, and traversed a balance beam -- all while running 3.1 miles through plantation lands which were once part of Thomas Jefferson’s Bedford County retreat. The water slide at the finish was a last minute addition which added to

the fun, and helped wash away at least one layer of mud! The free children’s course was a hit with kids ages 10 and under, and allowed them to test their skills and coordination jumping through tires, scaling small hay bales and A-frame walls, hula hooping and running through cones. The program encourages children to view physical activity as important and enjoyable and is a great way to involve the entire family in an active and fun morning. Proceeds from the event support the 2014 Jamerson Family YMCA Community Support Campaign and children’s educational programming at Poplar Forest.

Results are posted!! Thank you to all of the participants, sponsors, staff and volunteers for another great race!!
08/15/2026

Results are posted!! Thank you to all of the participants, sponsors, staff and volunteers for another great race!!

The Face the Forest 5K (Obstacle Course Race) is on Saturday August 15, 2026. It includes the following events: Individual Elite/Competitive: 5K (Obstacle Course Race), Team Elite/Competitive: 5K (Obstacle Course Race), Corporate Team: 5K (Use CORPORATE TEAM Tab on Left Menu to Register), 8:20 AM Wa...

08/07/2026
Hello Friends!Our 15th Annual Face the Forest Obstacle Course Run will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026! Registratio...
06/11/2026

Hello Friends!
Our 15th Annual Face the Forest Obstacle Course Run will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026! Registration is open and we can't wait to see you! Here's a sneak peek at our new logo, designed to commemorate America's 250th Birthday! Visit Poplar Forest's website to sign up and secure your slot today! https://www.poplarforest.org/event/face-the-forest-5k-obstacle-course-run-2026/

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Lynchburg, VA
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