Trail Running calendar near Helvetia 2026-2027

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.

A 10k mountain run through the Swiss-rooted village of Helvetia, West Virginia, following historic settlement trails and running through the town center. The race coincides with the Helvetia Fair and is paired with the Blackwater Canyon Hal..

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.

Three consecutive trail runs on the Eastern Continental Divide take place in the Monongahela National Forest over Columbus Day Weekend. Distances are 50 kilometers, 50 miles and a 13.1 mile run near Spruce Knob and Seneca Rocks.

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.

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.