Trail Running calendar near Ona 2024-2025

The 9th Annual Roy Wright 5K is a running event held in conjunction with the Roy Wright Invitational XC Meet in Morehead, Kentucky. This race honors Coach Roy Wright, who dedicated over 20 years to coaching Rowan County cross country and track and field, achieving notable successes including a state..

The Mountwood Challenge Trail Race features a 10-mile and a 5K run/walk, set in the scenic Mountwood Park, located 15 miles east of Parkersburg, WV. Participants in the 10-mile race must be at least 15 years old and will have a 4-hour time limit, with specific routing for those exceeding 2 hours at ..

The Shawnee Trail Runs is a challenging ultra marathon event held in West Portsmouth, Ohio, featuring three distances: a 54-mile ultra, a 50K, and a 13.1-mile half marathon. The courses traverse some of Ohio's most rugged terrain, including the Shawnee State Forest Backpack Trail, with significant e..

The New River Gorge Wilds Trail Run, hosted at ACE Adventure Resort, offers participants a choice of a full marathon, half marathon, or 5K run amidst the stunning fall scenery of West Virginia. Scheduled for October 5, 2024, the event features cash prizes for top finishers and over $1,000 in awards...

The Run Wild 20 Miler & 10K, presented by Roam & Run Co., takes place at the Barboursville Soccer Complex in Barboursville, WV. This event features a challenging 20-mile course that showcases 90% of the scenic trail system within Barboursville Park, offering a mix of fast single track and rugged cli..

The Kanawha Trace Darkness Falls Haunted Night Trail Run is an exciting 5K event taking place at Camp Arrowhead in Ona, WV. Scheduled for October 18th, this family-friendly run invites participants to explore the eerie trails while enjoying a bonfire with marshmallows beforehand. The race is open to..

"Rule The Roost" is an exciting running event hosted by Runfluent LLC in Chillicothe, OH, featuring a 7K, a 12-hour solo race, and a 12-hour relay for two participants. Set on a scenic figure-eight trail course, participants can enjoy hard-packed paths with some technical sections and stunning views..

The KSF Fall Classic Trail Half Marathon is an exciting running event that is part of the Kanawha State Forest Race Series. Set in the scenic Kanawha State Forest in Charleston, WV, this half marathon features a diverse trail course that includes various terrains and beautiful natural landscapes. Re..

The Rim to River 100 is a unique 100-mile trail race set in the stunning New River Gorge National Park, West Virginia. As the first and only 100-mile race in the state, it features an out-and-back course that combines winding single track and rail-to-trail paths, offering breathtaking views of water..

The Bobcat Trail Marathon and Half Marathon, held at Burr Oak State Park in Glouster, Ohio, invites trail running enthusiasts and hikers to explore the park's stunning natural beauty. The marathon features a single-loop course that is 90% trail, while the half marathon offers a point-to-point experi..

The 5Katie event is a charitable running event held annually to raise awareness and support for pediatric cancer, honoring the memory of Katie Cobb. This year's event features a 10K and 5K trail run, as well as a 2K untimed walk, taking place at Meeks Mountain Trails in Hurricane, West Virginia. All..

The Black Gold 24hr and 12hr Endurance Challenge will take place on Saturday, November 16 at 9:00 am at Belfry High School in Belfry, KY. Participants will run a 1-mile course around the school's track and parking lot for 24 hours, starting and ending at 9:00 am the next day. The event offers variou..

The Frozen Sasquatch Trail 50k/25k is an annual trail running event held in Kanawha State Forest, Charleston, WV. Celebrating its 15th edition, the race features two distances: a 25k and a 50k, with the latter consisting of two loops of a 15.8-mile course. Participants can enjoy the scenic trails wh..

The Cabin Fever 50K is a challenging winter trail running event set in the scenic New River Gorge National Park, West Virginia. Participants will embark on a point-to-point course starting in downtown Fayetteville and ending at ACE Adventure Resort, featuring diverse terrain including ridgeline sing..

The New River Gorge Trifecta is an ultimate endurance challenge held in New River Gorge National Park, WV, featuring three races across different distances and seasons. Participants tackle the Cabin Fever 50K, Falling Water 100K, and Rim to River 100 within the same calendar year. Registration is li..

The Conquer the Wall Endurance Challenge, taking place in Williamson, WV, offers participants a unique opportunity to test their limits over 35 or 47 hours on a flat, paved 2.05-mile loop. Scheduled for March 7-9, 2025, the event welcomes solo runners and relay teams of 2 or 3. Participants can enjo..

Ohio's Backyard Ultra is a unique running event held at McChesney Ridge Athletic Club in Lucasville, Ohio. This "Last Person Standing" race is part of the "Road to Big's" series, offering participants a chance to qualify for the prestigious Big's Backyard Ultra. The event features a Silver Ticket ra..

The Iron Furnace Trail Run, hosted at Lake Hope State Park and Zaleski State Forest, is one of Ohio's most challenging half marathons, featuring a 13.1-mile course that includes rugged terrain, scenic views, and significant elevation gain. Participants can also opt for a 4.5-mile course that runs al..

Big Turtle 2.0 is an exciting trail running event taking place in Morehead, KY, featuring three race distances: a challenging 50 Mile, a 50K for ultrarunners, and a 10 Mile for beginners. The event has been revamped for 2025, with a new start and finish line located on the Morehead State University ..

The Big Deal at Great Seal is an exciting running event hosted by RunFluent LLC, featuring three distance options: 50K, 25K, and 5K. Set in the scenic Great Seal State Park in Chillicothe, OH, the course consists of a challenging 25K loop with nearly 100% single track and significant elevation gain...