Trail Running calendar near Helvetia 2026-2027

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.

An annual flat, scenic marathon and half-marathon on the Greenbrier River Trail in Pocahontas County WV, held October 4, 2026. Proceeds support trail maintenance and local athletic activities.

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.

Experience the seasonal beauty of Babcock State Park during a point to point 15K trail run. Navigate deep canyons and rhododendron tunnels while enjoying peak autumn foliage and historic milestones.

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.

Run on the flat, scenic Chessie Nature Trail near Lexington, VA with Marathon, Half, 10K, 5K, and a 26.2 relay. USATF certified courses, a virtual option, on-trail aid stations, finishers' medals, and post-race food are provided.

A spring mountain trail event in the Blue Ridge Mountains on March 20, 2027, offering 50 mile, 50k and 25k races on mostly single track and forest roads, with limited entries and cabins at the start finish.

A timed trail event at Valley Falls State Park featuring looped laps with significant vertical gain, two stocked aid stations, on-site facilities, and support for the Innocent Lives Foundation.