Trail Running calendar near Charleston 2026-2027

Experience a memorial trail run or road walk through the rolling single track trails of Little Creek Park. Honor a local runner while supporting children’s cancer charities in this community focused event.

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.

A Lazarus Lake–sanctioned Backyard Ultra in Williamson, West Virginia, held during Memorial Day weekend. Runners repeat a measured **4.1667 mile** out-and-back loop each hour with live timing and a single aid station at the start/finish.

Experience the beauty of Kanawha State Forest during the Big Timber Trot trail races. Runners follow winding forest roads and steady climbs on a course starting and finishing at Shelter 6.

Compete in the State Games of West Virginia at Heritage Farm with 11K and 5K trail races. This official qualifier offers runners the chance to earn a spot at the State Games of America while enjoying Appalachian scenery.

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.

Experience the diverse terrain of Barboursville Park on wooded single track and flat paths along the Guyandotte River. Choose between 4 and 10 mile distances featuring scenic valley overlooks and technical trail sections.

MOV Out of the Darkness 5K supports the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention on June 13, 2026 in Parkersburg, WV. The 5K is an out and back on the North Bend Rail Trail with gravel surface; finishers receive a cooling towel and medals..

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 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 free 5K and 10K event at Chief Logan State Park on June 20, 2026. The 5K uses flat paved road for running or walking while the 10K follows multiple named trails and finishes near the Museum in the Park.

The 2nd Annual McDonough Trail Race in Vienna WV uses a scenic 4 mile loop through forests and duck marshes with up to 430 feet elevation gain per loop. Runners do two laps and walkers one; the race is part of the River City Runners and Wal..

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.

A 62-mile trail race on six single track loops at Meeks Mountain Trails near Hurricane, WV, offering solo and three-person relay options, a $10,000 solo purse, finisher swag, and team awards.

Experience the trails of Mountwood Park in Waverly West Virginia. Participants can choose between a half marathon or 5K distance through scenic forest terrain with awards for top finishers across multiple age categories.

A trail running event at ACE Adventure Resort in Oak Hill, WV on September 26, 2026, offering full marathon, half marathon, and 5K options. Entries include finisher medals, a race shirt if registered by 8/31/25, a burrito buffet, and free c..

Experience the seasonal beauty of Babcock State Park during a point to point 15K trail run. Navigate deep canyons and rhododendron tunnels while enjoying peak autumn foliage and historic milestones.

Experience a trail run through the rolling hills of Kanawha State Forest with 13.1 mile and 7K options. This event features forest roads and wooded routes as part of the unique Cryptid Race Series.

A 100 mile out-and-back ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park, featuring single-track, rail-to-trail sections and historic mining ruins. Runners have 32 hours to finish and may use designated crew and pacer aid stations.