Trail Running calendar near Cass 2026-2027

Point to point ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park finishing in historic Thurmond, West Virginia. Distances include 50 Miles, 50K, relays, ruck and virtual options.

West Virginia Trail Fest is a weekend of trail races in Pocahontas County centered on Snowshoe Village. Races from a kids mile to a 100K traverse state parks, historic fire towers, and local landmarks.

The Dark Skies 100K is a point to point trail race from Seneca State Forest to Snowshoe Village, following the Allegheny and Greenbrier River trails and passing Bald Knob and the Green Bank Observatory with about 11,500 ft of elevation gain..

A 3 km downhill run at Seneca Rocks during the Fourest Festival. The mostly gravel course follows Roy Gap Road between quartzite ridges and crosses the Potomac River, starting at Fourth Moon Camp and finishing at the Seneca Rocks Discovery..

Trail and virtual 25k and marathon events at Carvins Cove on May 31, 2026, featuring steep climbs and long descents, spring blooms, and RNUTS qualification.

The Big Run Roanoke on June 3, 2026 features a timed 5K and a free kids fun run at Fallon Park in Roanoke, VA. It marks the event's 10th year and serves as the official 5K for the Virginia Commonwealth Games.

A trail running event at Wolf Creek Trails in Fayetteville offering a 10 km run and a 5 km run or walk, with start and finish at Bridge Brew Works and packet pick-up and post-race gathering at the brewery.

A USATF certified trail event in Covington, Virginia featuring a full marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K along the crushed gravel Jackson River Scenic Trail. Finishers receive a commemorative medal and awards for top overall and age group..

Experience the beauty of New River Gorge National Park at this trail festival in West Virginia. Choose from distances ranging from a 5k to a 50k ultra while exploring forested trails and river views.

A 40 mile trail run in Davis, West Virginia on June 20th, 2026 that crosses Monongahela National Forest and Dolly Sods. The 22nd edition covers plateau terrain, bogs, woodland paths, and rocky plains.

A non-competitive mud run for women and girls ages 10 and up at ACE Adventure Resort on June 20, 2026, offering a one mile and a five kilometer course with obstacles, live music, finish line amenities and on-site facilities.

A trail race at Canaan Valley State Park on June 27, 2026, offering single 5.9 mile and double 11.8 mile options on the Promised Land Trail, limited to 200 runners with awards and finisher shirts and medals.

A pet-friendly 5k at Snowshoe Mountain on July 5, 2026, presented by The North Face. The route runs through the woods and the Village of Snowshoe and allows participants to run or walk with their dogs.

A roughly 50 km trail ultramarathon on the southern Massanutten range with about 5,700 feet of elevation gain, six aid stations, and a post run gathering at the Route 211 commuter parking lot. Entry is limited to 75 runners.

A early August, 29.0 mile lap event near Crozet, Virginia featuring five repeats of a steep 2.9 mile gravel climb with about 7,610 feet of elevation change. Limited field, variable aid station staffing, and shuttle parking.

A memorial trail run in the Jefferson National Forest featuring a roughly 60 km course and a 50 km Party Route option, three aid stations, limited entry, and a largely unmarked route supported by a GPX file and turnsheet.

A 3.1 miles obstacle course through Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest with elite, team, corporate and non-competitive waves. Entry fees support Poplar Forest education and elite competitors must complete all obstacles to qualify for prizes.

A free trail race at Valley Falls State Park on August 22, 2026 offering several distances on a marked 10 mile figure 8 loop with a central aid station and modest elevation gain.

A weekend of Sprint, Super and Beast Spartan obstacle races at Summit Bechtel Reserve on Aug 29-30 2026, featuring steep hills, water features, a suspension bridge, and trail race additions.

Trail races at Summit Bechtel Reserve in Oak Hill, WV include a 10K and half marathon on winding, technical summer trails. The event is part of a Spartan OCR festival weekend and uses gun time for results.