Trail Running Calendar West Virginia 2026-2027

Brave winter trails at the Frozen Sasquatch Trail Race on January 10, 2026, in Kanawha State Forest, Charleston WV. Choose 25K or double for 50K and tackle a scenic 15.8 mile loop often cloaked in snow for a true cold weather challenge.

Experience a scenic winter trail in Waiteville West Virginia, winding through creekside farms, meadows and rolling ridges along the Allegheny Trail. Choose the 50k or 20 mile course for rugged singletrack and sweeping views.

Hit the hand built single track of Meeks Mountain Trails at the MMTA Crush Run in Hurricane WV on Feb 7 2026, with 10 mile and 5k trail courses plus a kids' fun run. All proceeds support the Meeks Mountain Trail Alliance.

Take on the NRG Trifecta: three endurance races in New River Gorge National Park completed in one year. Limited to 50 entrants, the series secures your spots and supports Adventure Appalachia; finishers receive a custom buckle and jacket.

Cabin Fever 50K is a winter point to point ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park, with ridgeline single track, waterfalls, and a finish beneath the New River Gorge Bridge. Scenic, supported, and offering a finisher medal.

Run the Kanawha Trace Trail, a point to point course through ridges, creeks, tunnels and a scenic waterfall, finishing at Camp Arrowhead in Ona, West Virginia. Choose 10K, 25K or 50K on classic single track terrain.

Trail ultramarathon at ACE Adventure Resort in New River Gorge with 50K, 100K solo or relay options across four scenic loops. Enjoy riverside views, creek crossings, onsite camping and big climbs for a true backcountry challenge.

Nighttime trail run at Coopers Rock State Forest near Bruceton Mills, WV with 50 km and half marathon options across rocky trails and Cheat Canyon overlooks. Limited to 250 runners, this challenging course features big climbs, aid stations,..

Run a scenic 6 mile rim to rim course across New River Gorge, featuring a big descent and climb and a finish at Adventures on the Gorge rim side pool. Post race catered brunch and proceeds support Active SWV programs.

Scenic, rugged timed trail runs at Valley Falls State Park offer 6 and 12 hour formats on May 9, 2026. Run a 5.25 mile loop with about 750 feet gain per lap, enjoy stocked aid stations and a race shirt, support the Innocent Lives Foundation..

Join the Cpl. Fulks Memorial Trail Race at Meeks Mountain Trails in Hurricane City Park on May 9, 2026, with 5K, 10K, 5K walk and 5K ruck options for all abilities. Proceeds fund a scholarship in honor of Cpl William B. Fulks and support lo..

Experience a point to point trail challenge through New River Gorge National Park to historic Thurmond, WV on May 17, 2026. Choose 50 mile, 50K or relay options and catch the Amtrak back from the finish for a scenic return.

Run mountain trails at West Virginia Trail Fest in Snowshoe, WV, May 22 to 23, from a one mile kids run to a tough 100K with huge climbs and summit views. Enjoy live music, vendors, a Cass Railroad ride and family activities.

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.

Enjoy a scenic 5K on trails across a 100 acre organic farm by the Cacapon River in Wardensville. This family friendly fundraiser benefits local volunteer fire and rescue and the Youth Giving Committee, with food and leashed dogs welcome.

Run the Wolf Creek Trails for the Howlin' Trails 5K or 10K on June 5 in Fayetteville WV, starting at Bridge Brew Works. Enjoy chip timing, finisher perks, and family fun while supporting Active SWV Kids Run Clubs.

Run the Highlands Sky 40M, a 40 mile trail ultra through Canaan Valley and the Monongahela National Forest on the Saturday before Father's Day. Rugged plateaus, rocky plains, bogs and mountain meadows make for a scenic but demanding early s..

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.

Run a scenic single 5.9 mile loop or a double 11.8 mile loop on the Promised Land Trail in Canaan Valley State Park near Davis WV. All finishers get a medal and McClumsy shirt plus post race snacks and a beer for 21 and older.

Run Rattlerock Ultra near Morgantown WV on July 25, 2026 with 25k and 50k options on rocky, technical trails in Coopers Rock State Forest. The 50k packs nearly 6,000 feet of climbing across repeat loops for a rugged, scenic test.