Trail Running calendar near Fairmont 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..

Join the Great Guernsey Trail 12Ks of Christmas in Lore City for a festive trail run with 12K, 5K and family fun options. Bring a new unwrapped toy to support Guernsey County Secret Santa and enjoy shirts, hot chocolate and medals.

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.

Join Hillman Ride and Fly at Hillman State Park for a two day adventure that blends trail running and horseback racing on flowy singletrack, grass and gravel. Teams share one horse or go solo in equathons while camping under the stars.

Take on riders at Steel City Human vs Horse, a one of a kind trail endurance event at Hillman State Park. Choose 20k, 50k or 50M across single track, gravel and meadow trails with camping and a pre race safety meeting.

Take on a 30K open water swim across Pittsburgh's three rivers, starting at Point State Park with full boat and kayak support. This annual late August event raises funds to help families cover infant cardiothoracic surgery costs.

Which event would you like summarized? Choose one: Green Mile Loop Challenge, North Ridge Nightmare Trail Race, Frozen Goat Challenge, or Winterfells Challenge.

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.

Tackle the Export 100, a 104 mile out and back on scenic Westmoreland Heritage and West Penn trails in Export, Pennsylvania on October 3, 2026. All profits support the local trail community and pacers are allowed after mile 62.

Run scenic North Park trails, including sections of the Rachel Carson Trail, at the FAAP Fall Classic in Gibsonia on October 4 2026. Choose 20k 10k or 5k, earn handmade bamboo medals, enjoy a folk dance finale, and support an orphanage in t..