Trail Running calendar near Fairmont 2026-2027

Run or walk for a song at the Soles for Songs 5K. This flat out-and-back race on the scenic Panhandle Trail supports the South Hills Children's Choir. All participants are welcome, and early registrants get a t-shirt and goodie bag.

A community 5k event around Rotary Lake in Barnesville on March 28, 2026 featuring a partly paved, partly natural trail course, a kids fun run, post-event food, and handcrafted nature trophies.

Join the 13th annual PHenomenal Hope 5K in Pittsburgh to support pulmonary hypertension research. Choose between a 5K run, 1 mile walk, or kids race along the North Shore Riverfront Trail.

Experience a flat and fast out and back course on the Great Allegheny Passage trail with distances ranging from a 5K to a Half Marathon supporting local trail maintenance.

The Farther Together Endurance Challenge invites runners and ruckers to complete a 4.7-mile loop as many times as they can over 4 to 12 hours. This family-friendly event supports the Folds of Honor Western PA charity.

UltraTrax Wisp brings a timed trail adventure to Wisp Resort on April 11, 2026. Choose from four loop-based distances up to 28 miles, with stunning Appalachian views and a festive after-party. Finishers earn rewards, and part of the proceed..

Experience a unique community run in Pittsburgh featuring four distinct loops ranging from 2 to 8 miles. Join fellow runners at Frick Park for a fee free event focused on camaraderie and charitable donations.

Run a flat and fast course on the crushed limestone of the Great Allegheny Passage. This event features a half marathon and 5K with professional timing, medals, and post race celebrations.

Join this superhero themed race in Wheeling to support children in foster care. Choose between 5K and 10K distances on a flat paved rail trail with awards for top finishers and the best costumes.

A nighttime trail run through the rocky, scenic paths of Coopers Rock State Forest. Choose the challenging 50K with 5000 ft of gain or the half marathon on shorter trails. This unique night event supports trail maintenance in the forest.

Experience a technical trail run through 600 acres of forested hills in Southeast Ohio. Choose between a rugged 10K or a scenic 5K course featuring a suspension bridge and primitive campsites.

Celebrate National Trails Day with this community 5K in Prickett’s Fort State Park. The route travels along the scenic MCPARC rail trail toward the Meredith Tunnel. It is part of the 2026 Marion County Race Series.

West Virginia Trail Fest is an annual May celebration of trail running in the mountains of Pocahontas County. Races from a 5K to a 100K explore state parks, historic sites, and fire towers. The weekend also features family activities, local..

West Virginia Trail Fest is a family friendly trail running festival each May around Snowshoe in Pocahontas County, with scenic forest and single track races for all ages. Enjoy kids activities, a historic train ride and community fun.

Event Overview The Rise Up Hero Trail Runs is a loop-based trail running event at Settlers Cabin Park in Robinson, Pennsylvania. The event uses a reversed version of the "Last Trail Standing" course, offering a different experienc..

Test your physical and mental limits through a 6 mile urban obstacle course in downtown Wheeling. Navigate 27 challenges including flood walls and steep inclines before celebrating with live music and food.

Experience a downhill 3 km run through the scenic quartzite ridges of Seneca Rocks. This free gravel road event crosses the Potomac River as part of the Fourest Festival celebrations.

Experience the only ultramarathon in North Park at the South Ridge Trail Challenge. Choose from multiple distances including a 5K and a 50K relay through the scenic trails of Western Pennsylvania.

Experience a historic point to point ultramarathon through the scenic Laurel Ridge State Park. Choose between 70.5 mile or 50K distances with individual and relay options available on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail.

Experience a 40 mile ultramarathon through the Monongahela National Forest and Dolly Sods Wilderness. This trail run features the natural beauty of West Virginia with a route based around the Canaan Valley Resort State Park.