Trail Running calendar near Charleston 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.

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.

Experience scenic singletrack at Lake Hope State Park with the Iron Furnace Trail Runs, offering 13.1 and 5 mile options and a capped field of 250 for a relaxed, wild race day. Finishers get a wooden award and a short sleeve shirt.

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.

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.

Run mostly singletrack at Strouds Run State Park in the Thunderbunny Trail Races, with 50K, 25K and 11K options on May 9, 2026. Limited to 400 runners, the event includes a technical race shirt and scenic climbs around Dow Lake.

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 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.

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.

Hit Summit Bechtel Reserve near New River Gorge for Spartan Trail 10K or half marathon on Aug 30, 2026. Tackle steep, technical singletrack through lush forest and join the weekend vibe with obstacle races and group discounts.

Take on the Hurricane Hundred K at Meeks Mountain Trails in Hurricane, WV on September 19, 2026. Race the 100K solo or as a three person relay on single track mountain loops with about 9,000 feet of climbing and limited to 150 runners.

Run through the stunning New River Gorge at ACE Adventure Resort on September 26, 2026, with full marathon, half marathon and 5K options. Enjoy a finisher medal, a post race burrito buffet and free weekend camping.

Run 100 miles through New River Gorge National Park on a scenic out and back featuring rugged single track and river views. You get 32 hours to finish and earn a custom belt buckle and a hand made finisher mug.