Trail Running calendar near Bridgeport 2025-2026

Event overview Races take place at the Green Bank Science Center on the Green Bank Observatory campus. Courses pass fields, wooded single track, and site roads and provide views of observatory telescopes, including the Robert C. Byrd Green..

Start the year fresh with the Chill in the Hills 5k trail run or walk in Bridgeport on New Year's Day. Enjoy a scenic route, score a beanie if you register early, and support the local Humane Society with a donated item.

Ring in 2026 with a 5K or 1 mile family fun walk along the flat Panhandle Trail in Oakdale, PA. Enjoy age group awards, a pacer to help hit target times, and a commemorative mug for the first 150 registrants.

Run under the stars at Coopers Rock State Forest on April 25, 2026, choosing a challenging 50 km or half marathon through overlooks, boulders, and steep climbs. Field limited to 250 runners so secure your spot early.

Push your limits at the Valley Falls 6 and 12 Hour, a timed challenge on a scenic loop through rugged trails and waterfalls. Enjoy stocked aid stations, local artist shirts, and support for Innocent Lives Foundation.

Join the family friendly West Virginia Trail Fest in Snowshoe Village for scenic mountain races from a kids mile to 100K. Enjoy stunning summits, local vendors, a historic railroad ride and a fun post race party.

The Dark Skies 100K is a challenging point-to-point trail race held in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, as part of the West Virginia Trail Fest. Starting at Seneca State Forest headquarters, the course features stunning views as runners pa..

Experience Highlands Sky 40M, a rugged 40 mile ultramarathon through West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest and dramatic Dolly Sods. Based at Canaan Valley in mid June, expect wild mountain trails and unforgettable views.

Experience Steel City Human vs Horse at Hillman State Park in Burgettstown, where runners and riders race side by side on scenic single track, gravel and meadow trails. Choose 20k, 50k or 50 mile distances and enjoy a unique race day.

Join the Newton River Festival 5k in West Newton for a scenic 5k run or walk along the Gap Trail to kick off the river festival. Stick around for food, crafts, live music and fireworks for a full day of fun.