Trail Running calendar near Helvetia 2026-2027

Rattlerock Ultra in Coopers Rock State Forest on July 25, 2026 offers 50k and 25k looped courses on rocky, technical trails. The 50k includes nearly 6,000 feet of elevation gain and multiple aid stations.

An overnight team relay on August 7-8, 2026 at Big Bear Camplands in Bruceton Mills, WV, covering 117 miles across three tree-lined trails. The event features camping at Ragnar Village, live music, showers, food trucks, and glamping options..

A remote trail event on routes near the Wild Oak Trail, held on a roughly 60 km course with a 50 km party option. The route has about 8,000 feet of climbing, limited aid stations, minimal course markings, and a restricted field size.

Free trail races at Valley Falls State Park near Fairmont WV offering distances from 5 mile to 50 mile. The marked course centers on a 10 mile figure 8 loop with a single aid station next to the parking area.

A weekend of Sprint, Super and Beast Spartan obstacle races at Summit Bechtel Reserve on Aug 29-30 2026, featuring steep hills, water features, a suspension bridge, and trail race additions.

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.

Experience the mountain trails of Douthat State Park with four race distances ranging from six miles to a 50K ultra. Runners will navigate waterfalls and climbing sections within the scenic Virginia State Park Adventure Series.

Experience a historic 10k mountain run through an original Swiss settlement trail in Helvetia West Virginia. This long running event coincides with the community fair and celebrates Swiss heritage in the heart of the mountains.

A multi-distance trail running festival in the Shenandoah Valley offering 100M, 100K, 50K and 21K races on technical mountain terrain with UTMB World Series and Western States qualification.

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.

A trail running event at ACE Adventure Resort in Oak Hill, WV on September 26, 2026, offering full marathon, half marathon, and 5K options. Entries include finisher medals, a race shirt if registered by 8/31/25, a burrito buffet, and free c..

A 33.3 mile single-loop trail run in the George Washington National Forest with 6150 feet of elevation change. The route includes three aid stations and a climb to Big Schloss with broad 360° ridge and valley views.

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.

Experience a flat and fast race through West Virginia at the Greenbrier River Trail Marathon. This scenic event offers full and half marathon distances within the beautiful Cass Scenic Railroad State Park.

Experience a three day trail running series in the Monongahela National Forest. Cover distances of 50 km, 50 miles, and a half marathon along the Eastern Continental Divide during the autumn season.

A 100-mile out-and-back ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park, starting and ending at ACE Adventure Resort. The varied route includes single track, rail-to-trail, historic ruins, about 12,000 ft of ascent, and a 32 hour time l..

Set on the Chessie Nature Trail in Virginia on November 7, 2026, the event offers a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 26.2 relay. Courses are USATF certified, the marathon is a Boston qualifier, and a virtual option is available.