Trail Running calendar near Buckhannon 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..

The WV Winter Solstice Endurance Run will take place in Helvetia from Saturday 20 December 2025 to Sunday 21 December 2025. You can run 3 miles.

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.

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.

Run the New River Gorge Rim to Rim Race, a scenic six mile road challenge finishing at Adventures on the Gorge. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and post race brunch while tackling dramatic descents and climbs across the gorge.

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.

Take on the Odyssey Trail Running Rampage at Douthat State Park on September 12, 2026, with four loop distances from six miles to 50K on rugged trails with steep climbs. Expect chip timing, a performance shirt, finisher pint mug and post ra..