Trail Running calendar near Fayetteville 2026-2027

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.

A calendar-year endurance challenge in New River Gorge National Park featuring three races over three seasons. Entry covers all three events, is limited to 50 spots, and includes finisher awards while supporting Adventure Appalachia.

A winter point to point 50K across New River Gorge National Park featuring ridgeline single track, waterfalls, and river views. Aid stations and a shuttle support runners, who must carry required winter gear and meet a ten hour limit.

The Meeks Mountain Muddy Mutt 15k will take place in Hurricane on Saturday 21 March 2026. You can run 15 kilometers.

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.

Falling Water Ultras on April 25, 2026 in the New River Gorge area offers 100K and 50K solo options plus two person and four person 100K relays. The course is four 15.5 mile loops with creek crossings, waterfalls, and about 2400 feet of cli..

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.

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.

A May trail festival in Snowshoe, West Virginia offering races from a kids mile to a 100K ultramarathon. The weekend pairs trail running with historic railroad rides, local markets, live music, and family activities in Snowshoe Village.

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.

Trail runs of 7K and 10K take place May 25, 2026 in Kanawha State Forest with start and finish at Shelter 6. Race shirts are guaranteed for registrations completed by May 15.

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.

Take in river views on the Jackson River Scenic Trail in Covington on June 13, choosing marathon, half marathon, 10k or 5k. All finishers get a commemorative medal and you will find local food and vendors at the finish.

The New River Gorge Trail Festival will take place in Fayetteville from Friday 19 June 2026 to Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run between 5 and 50 kilometers.

A non-competitive mud run at ACE Adventure Resort on June 20, 2026, offering a 1-mile and a 5K course with obstacles, on-site showers and post-run live music. Open to girls 10 and up and participants of all genders, with a portion of procee..

Timed trail races at Crystal Springs Recreation Area in Wytheville, VA include 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour Crystal Light options plus a limited Leftovers Option. The course is looped and aid stations are cupless with food provided.

Trail races at Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia feature winding technical singletrack, off trail sections, and steep climbs. Distances include a 10K and a half marathon as part of a Spartan OCR festival weekend.

A 100K trail race and three-person relay on Meeks Mountain Trails in Hurricane, WV, run as six 10.3-mile single-track loops with a $10,000 prize purse and a $1,000 course record bonus.

Trail races of marathon, half marathon and 5K run at ACE Adventure Resort in the New River Gorge on September 26, 2026. Registration includes camping, finisher medals, a race shirt if entered by 8/31/25, and a burrito buffet.