Trail Running calendar near Ona 2026-2027

A six mile road race across the New River Gorge with an 800 foot descent and climb and a short trail finish. The event finishes at Adventures on the Gorge with chip timing, a finisher medal, and a post race brunch.

Trail event at Great Seal State Park with 100 mile, 100k, 20 mile and 5k options on a 20 mile single track loop. Aid stations, pacer rules, mandatory gear and drop bag policies are in place.

A road 5K with a hilly course through Oak Hill Campground plus a family 1 mile trail run at Wayne National Forest near Ironton Ohio. The event on May 2, 2026 supports SCCA Cross Country Teams and includes age group medals.

Thunderbunny Trail Races in Athens, Ohio on May 9, 2026 offers 50K, 25K and 11K routes at Strouds Run State Park. The courses use mostly singletrack and include a Dow Lake loop and an Athens Ridge overlook.

A free WVMTR club trail event in Charleston WV offering an eight hour timed loop format where participants may run any portion up to eight hours. Registration on RunSignUp is required so an e-signed waiver and emergency information are avai..

A memorial trail event at Meeks Mountain Trails in Hurricane, WV, offering 5K and 10K runs plus a 5K walk and 5K ruck; proceeds support a scholarship fund and a local Marine Corps League Detachment.

Experience a memorial trail run or road walk through the rolling single track trails of Little Creek Park. Honor a local runner while supporting children’s cancer charities in this community focused event.

Point to point ultramarathon through New River Gorge National Park finishing in historic Thurmond, West Virginia. Distances include 50 Miles, 50K, relays, ruck and virtual options.

A Backyard Ultra in Williamson WV on May 22, 2026 featuring repeated 4.1667 mile loops on a mostly asphalt course. Single aid station, on site camping for a fee, timing with live results and a live video feed.

Experience the beauty of Kanawha State Forest during the Big Timber Trot trail races. Runners follow winding forest roads and steady climbs on a course starting and finishing at Shelter 6.

Compete in the State Games of West Virginia at Heritage Farm with 11K and 5K trail races. This official qualifier offers runners the chance to earn a spot at the State Games of America while enjoying Appalachian scenery.

A trail running event at Wolf Creek Trails in Fayetteville offering a 10 km run and a 5 km run or walk, with start and finish at Bridge Brew Works and packet pick-up and post-race gathering at the brewery.

A multi-format trail event on a roughly 2 mile loop in Chillicothe, Ohio offering youth, 10k, 24 hour solo and relay, and a new 100 mile option with specific time limits.

Big Turtle Trail Runs returns to Morehead, Kentucky on June 6, 2026 with two trail races, a 50K and a 10 Miler. Registration runs March 1 to April 30 with fees of $75 and $35.

Experience the diverse terrain of Barboursville Park on wooded single track and flat paths along the Guyandotte River. Choose between 4 and 10 mile distances featuring scenic valley overlooks and technical trail sections.

Experience the beauty of New River Gorge National Park at this trail festival in West Virginia. Choose from distances ranging from a 5k to a 50k ultra while exploring forested trails and river views.

A non-competitive mud run for women and girls ages 10 and up at ACE Adventure Resort on June 20, 2026, offering a one mile and a five kilometer course with obstacles, live music, finish line amenities and on-site facilities.

A free 5K and 10K event at Chief Logan State Park on June 20, 2026. The 5K uses flat paved road for running or walking while the 10K follows multiple named trails and finishes near the Museum in the Park.

The 2nd Annual McDonough Trail Race in Vienna WV uses a scenic 4 mile loop through forests and duck marshes with up to 430 feet elevation gain per loop. Runners do two laps and walkers one; the race is part of the River City Runners and Wal..

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.