Trail Running calendar near Helvetia 2026-2027

A two-day trail relay at Big Bear Camplands on August 7-8, 2026 featuring 117 miles of course, team entry options, camping, and on-site village activities.

A low key trail run in Jefferson National Forest on a roughly 60 km loop with three aid stations and a shorter 50 km Party Route option.

A free WVMTR club trail event at Valley Falls State Park on August 22, 2026, offering distances from 5 miles to 50 miles on two 5-mile loops with a single aid station by the parking area.

A weekend of Spartan obstacle racing at Summit at Bechtel Reserve featuring Sprint, Super, Beast, kids races, an obstacle workshop and spectator access.

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.

Trail races at Douthat State Park featuring a roughly 13-mile loop used for a 50K, marathon, half marathon, and a six-mile race, with multiple aid stations, loop-based finisher rules, and limited field sizes.

A 10k mountain trail race through the historic Swiss settlement area of Helvetia, West Virginia, held each September alongside the Helvetia Fair.

A multi-distance trail event in the Shenandoah Valley with technical mountain courses and qualification opportunities for UTMB World Series Finals and Western States.

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.

Trail race at Brushy Hills near Lexington VA offering a 9 mile route with 2000 ft gain and a 4 mile option; proceeds support local trails and school teams.

Trail run at ACE Adventure Resort in New River Gorge on September 26 2026 offering full marathon, half marathon and 5K with camping and a burrito buffet.

A 33.3 mile single loop trail run in the George Washington National Forest featuring a climb of Big Schloss with 360 degree views and three aid stations. Entry is limited to 60 runners and opens August 3, 2026.

Experience the RAF Trail Race Series at Coopers Rock State Park with distances from 5K to 50K. Support a meaningful cause while enjoying looping trail courses and a vibrant community atmosphere in West Virginia.

A flat, scenic marathon and half-marathon on the Greenbrier River Trail in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, held October 4, 2026, with proceeds supporting trail maintenance.

A three day stage race around Spruce Knob in Circleville WV featuring a 50k, a 50 mile, a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 5k. Registration opens May 1 and closes August 16, 2026.

A point to point 15K at Babcock State Park on October 10 2026 with long trail sections along Mann's Creek Gorge, fall colors, two aid stations and shuttle service.

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.

A Halloween event in Philippi WV offering a rugged 5K with trail obstacles and a separate 1 mile fun run. Runners use flag belts while actors portray zombies along parts of the trail.

USATF certified trail races on the Chessie Nature Trail near Lexington VA offering Marathon, Half, 10K, 5K and a 26.2 relay plus virtual options.

A New Year 5K run/walk at the Bridge Sports Complex in Bridgeport, WV. Entry is $35 with same-day cash or check at $40; first 60 registrants receive a beanie and awards are given for overall and age-group placements.