Trail Running calendar near Mathias 2026-2027

West Virginia Trail Fest is a weekend of trail races in Pocahontas County centered on Snowshoe Village. Races from a kids mile to a 100K traverse state parks, historic fire towers, and local landmarks.

The Dark Skies 100K is a point to point trail race from Seneca State Forest to Snowshoe Village, following the Allegheny and Greenbrier River trails and passing Bald Knob and the Green Bank Observatory with about 11,500 ft of elevation gain..

A 5K run and walk beside the Cacapon River during Wardensville Spring Fest, supporting the Junior Crew program at Farms Work Wonders with age-division awards and same-day registration available.

A 3 km downhill run at Seneca Rocks during the Fourest Festival. The mostly gravel course follows Roy Gap Road between quartzite ridges and crosses the Potomac River, starting at Fourth Moon Camp and finishing at the Seneca Rocks Discovery..

A 5k run and walk on May 25, 2026 at the historic Stoke estate in Middleburg, featuring open fields, rolling hills and forest along Little River. The course includes rugged, uneven terrain; children 12 and younger must be with an adult.

A backyard ultra in Knoxville, Maryland where runners complete a 4.167 mile yard each hour until only one finishes. The event includes a 1-mile option, offers prize money for top finishers, and serves as a Backyard Ultra qualifier.

A scenic loop at Sky Meadows State Park on May 31, 2026, offering 5K and 10K courses with views of fields, streams and Turners Pond. Walkers are welcome and virtual entries are available with medal and shirt options.

A measured 100 mile loop through the Massanutten Mountains near Fort Valley, Virginia, featuring 14 significant climbs and mixed terrain. Runners have 24 hours to earn the silver buckle and 28 hours to finish.

A longstanding five-mile memorial run on the C&O Canal Towpath in Williamsport, MD, held June 6, 2026, with regular and student entries, chip timing, technical T-shirts, and awards for podium finishers.

A cross country 5K and 1 Mile at Merrie Mill Farm and Vineyard in Keswick on June 7, 2026, with in person and virtual options, a reserved post race cabana for participants, and a gift basket raffle.

A single-track trail race behind Zehmer Hall in Charlottesville covering about 3.1 miles, with steep climbs, technical footing, timing and bibs, and prizes for top finishers.

Laurel Highlands Ultra in Ohiopyle PA on June 13, 2026 features point to point trail races along the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail, with 70.5 mile and 50K individual and relay options and published entry limits.

A community 5K and 1 mile Fun Run in Warrenton, VA that raises funds for Fauquier Education Farm, a 501(c)(3) that advances agricultural education and donates its harvest to local food banks.

Experience a 40 mile ultramarathon through the Monongahela National Forest and Dolly Sods Wilderness. This trail run features the natural beauty of West Virginia with a route based around the Canaan Valley Resort State Park.

A trail race in Canaan Valley State Park on June 27, 2026 with one loop of 5.9 miles or two loops for 11.8 miles on the Promised Land Trail, about 350 feet elevation gain per loop. Field is limited to 200 runners.

A 12 hour trail event on a scenic five mile single track loop in Berkeley Springs WV, featuring technical terrain with about 750 feet elevation per loop, on-course aid stations, a post race meal and handcrafted awards.

A pet-friendly 5k at Snowshoe Mountain on July 5, 2026, presented by The North Face. The route runs through the woods and the Village of Snowshoe and allows participants to run or walk with their dogs.

A roughly 50 km trail ultramarathon on the southern Massanutten range with about 5,700 feet of elevation gain, six aid stations, and a post run gathering at the Route 211 commuter parking lot. Entry is limited to 75 runners.

A running event at 868 Estate Vineyards in Purcellville, VA on July 25, 2026, offering in-person 5 km and 10 km courses plus virtual entry choices with tiered fees.

A trail ultramarathon at Coopers Rock State Forest offering 50k and 25k on rocky, technical trails. The 50k includes almost 6,000 feet of elevation gain and multiple aid stations.