Trail Running calendar near Fincastle 2025-2026

Tackle a scenic 6 mile Rim to Rim road race through New River Gorge, featuring a 1300 foot descent and climb with sections up to 20 percent grade. Finish at Adventures on the Gorge rimside pool with an overlook photo op.

Run point to point through New River Gorge National Park to historic Thurmond, with 50 Mile, 50K, relay and virtual options. Aid stations, a finisher medal and custom hoodie plus optional Amtrak return make for a memorable trail finish.

Join West Virginia Trail Fest in Snowshoe Village for a weekend of scenic trail races from a kids 1M to a 100K with fire tower and observatory views. Enjoy music, markets, kids activities and a ride on the Cass Railroad.

West Virginia Trail Fest is a family friendly trail running festival each May around Snowshoe in Pocahontas County, with scenic forest and single track races for all ages. Enjoy kids activities, a historic train ride and community fun.

Run the scenic yet demanding trails of Carvins Cove with a 25k or full marathon on May 31, 2026. Limited to 300 runners with in person and virtual options, the course offers big climbs, well stocked aid stations and a finisher medal.

Celebrate the 10th Big Run Roanoke on June 3 at Fallon Park with a nationally timed 5K along the Tinker Greenway and a free kids fun run. Join the community, support Smiles4Tab, and secure your spot early for guaranteed swag.

Hit the scenic Wolf Creek Trails in Fayetteville on June 5 for the Howlin' Trails 5K or 10K starting and finishing at Bridge Brew Works. Enjoy chip timing, finisher swag, photos and post race snacks while supporting Active SWV Kids Run Club..

Run the Jackson River Scenic Trail on June 13, 2026, choosing from marathon, half, 10K or 5K along a mostly flat crushed gravel former rail bed with river views. All finishers get a commemorative medal and a lively finish area with vendors.

Get muddy at Gritty Chix Mud Run on June 20, 2026 at ACE Adventure Resort, Oak Hill WV. This family friendly, noncompetitive 1 mile and 5K trail event celebrates teamwork, costumes and charity with music, showers and resort perks.

Test your limits on looped, technical trails at Crystal Springs Recreation Area with 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour timed options that wind through High Rocks and Boundary trails. Shuttle service is required and this is a cupless event so bring..

Hit Summit Bechtel Reserve near New River Gorge for Spartan Trail 10K or half marathon on Aug 30, 2026. Tackle steep, technical singletrack through lush forest and join the weekend vibe with obstacle races and group discounts.

The The Orchard Dash 10k will take place in North Garden on Sunday 30 August 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Run the Odyssey Trail Rampage at Douthat State Park on Sept 12, 2026, with courses from six mile to 50K through waterfalls, creek crossings and rhododendron tunnels. Expect big climbs, chip timing, a tech shirt and a finisher mug.

Run through the stunning New River Gorge at ACE Adventure Resort on September 26, 2026, with full marathon, half marathon and 5K options. Enjoy a finisher medal, a post race burrito buffet and free weekend camping.

Run a flat, fast and scenic marathon or half marathon along the Greenbrier River Trail in Pocahontas County, West Virginia on October 4, 2026. Registration opens Jan 1, 2026 and proceeds benefit trail maintenance and local athletic programs..

Run the scenic New River Trail in Max Meadows VA, with river views, trestle crossings and a mostly flat gravel trail. Choose 50 or 100 miles with aid, crew access and a buckle for 100 mile finishers.

Run 100 miles through New River Gorge National Park on a scenic out and back featuring rugged single track and river views. You get 32 hours to finish and earn a custom belt buckle and a hand made finisher mug.

Tackle a fun 5K through the hills and woods of Camp Shenandoah, dodging volunteers playing zombies while protecting your three flag lives. Finish with a flag to be a Survivor or none to be Infected and earn a finisher medal.

UltraTrax Wintergreen is a timed mountain trek on looped Blue Ridge trails offering 7 to 28 miles with up to 10 hours to finish. Take in shaded single track and rocky overlooks, add a weighted vest for extra swag, then enjoy post trek food..