Trail Running calendar near Morehead 2025-2026

Run the Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler on November 8, 2025 at Veterans Park in Lexington. Scenic and technical 4 mile trails with roots, rocks and creek crossings, offered in person or virtual. Proceeds support Hickman Creek Conservancy.

Take on the Black Gold Endurance Challenge at Belfry High School with 24 hour or 12 hour timed laps on a mostly flat one mile loop. Run solo or as a three person relay for a unique overnight test of grit and strategy.

Join the 5Katie trail event at Meeks Mountain Trails to support pediatric cancer with WV Kids Cancer Crusaders. Choose from a fun 2K walk, 5K trail or 10K challenge and enjoy scenic single track trails, post race refreshments and community..

Run or stroll a new 5K at Kentucky Horse Park, finishing inside a festive Holiday Village with lights, Santa photos and mini train rides. Choose chip timed competitive entry or a relaxed untimed stroll, family and dog friendly.

Take on the Topo Trail Marathon at East Fork State Park on a scenic 6.55 mile singletrack loop, choosing Quarter, Half or Full distances. Chip timing, aid stations, a long sleeve race shirt and a finisher medal add extra race day perks.

Hit scenic single track at the MMTA Crush Run in Hurricane WV with 10 mile, 5k and kids runs. Proceeds benefit the Meeks Mountain Trail Alliance and the finish has a bonfire, marshmallows and pizza.

Challenge yourself at Conquer The Wall in Williamson WV, a 47 or 35 hour ultrarun on a flat 2.05 mile paved loop along the flood wall. Run solo or on a team and earn finisher gear and belt buckles at 50 and 100 miles.

Run the wild Warbird 100 in Hyden, Kentucky this mid March 2026, with 100 mile, 50k and half marathon options on scenic trail terrain. Shorter course runners may meet 100 mile finishers as routes overlap near the finish.

Take on Ohio's Backyard Ultra in Lucasville on March 21, 2026, where runners repeat a 4.1667 mile loop each hour until only the last person standing remains. Daytime uses trail loops and nights switch to an out and back road section.

Vernal Equinox multi hour trail run March 27 to 29 at Majestic Farm in Batavia, Ohio offers 8 to 48 hour races and a Ruckers 12. Scenic 2 mile loop, cupless aid stations with hot food and shared stalls.

Hilly 5K trail run or walk through Red River Gorge on June 27, 2026, starting at Natural Bridge Campground in Slade, KY. See rock arch views, snag a tie dye shirt while supplies last, and enjoy awards, photos, food and music.

Join the Run Baby Run 5K in Lexington for a flat, family friendly course through Coldstream Park that supports NICU families. Enjoy a kids dash, commemorative tee and virtual option while helping provide essentials for babies in need.

Experience the Raven 10K through scenic trails at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary in Lexington on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Limited to 170 runners, this 12th annual trail race features performance shirts and custom age group medals.

Run a scenic but rugged 13.1 mile trail through Red River Gorge from Natural Bridge Campground, with finisher medal, shirt, postrace BBQ and beer for 21 plus. Proceeds support local Search and Rescue teams.