Trail Running calendar near Thurmond 2024-2025

The New River Gorge Wilds Trail Run will take place in Oak Hill on Saturday 5 October 2024. You can run between 5 and 26 miles.

The 2024 Greenbrier River Trail Marathon & Half Marathon will take place from October 5 to October 6, 2024, in Cass, West Virginia. This unique running event features a point-to-point full marathon (26.2 miles) on a scenic, mostly downhill course along the Greenbrier River Trail, starting at Cass Sc..

The Run Wild 20 Miler & 10K, presented by Roam & Run Co., takes place at the Barboursville Soccer Complex in Barboursville, WV. The 20-mile course features a challenging mix of terrain, including fast rolling single track and rugged climbs, with a total elevation gain and loss of 2,675 feet. Runners..

The Kanawha Trace Darkness Falls Haunted Night Trail Run is an exciting 5K event taking place on October 18, 2024, at Camp Arrowhead in Ona, WV. This family-friendly run invites participants to explore the haunted trails while enjoying a bonfire with marshmallows before the race. Registration is ava..

The KSF Fall Classic Trail Half Marathon, part of the Kanawha State Forest Race Series, will take place in Charleston, WV. This scenic half marathon features a challenging trail course that begins and ends at Shelter #4 near the Gift Shop. Participants can register online, with pricing tiers availab..

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 North Mountain Trail Marathon, taking place in New Castle, VA, is touted as one of the most challenging marathons in the U.S., featuring significant elevation gain and a demanding course. This inaugural event welcomes runners, hikers, and ruckers, aiming for a 100% finishing rate with a generous..

The "Into the Darkness 4 Mile Night Trail Run" is a unique running event taking place in Roanoke, VA, on October 26, 2024. Participants will navigate a scenic 4-mile course through Explore Park, featuring 3 miles of twisty single-track trails and 1 mile of grass and asphalt roads. The trails will be..

The 5Katie is an annual running event held in Hurricane, West Virginia, designed to raise awareness and support for pediatric cancer. Scheduled for November 16, 2024, the event features a 10K trail race, a 5K run/walk, and a 2K untimed walk. All proceeds benefit the care and treatment of children wi..

The Black Gold 24hr and 12hr Endurance Challenge is an exciting running event held at Belfry High School in Belfry, KY. Participants can choose to run for either 24 or 12 hours on a flat, 1-mile course that loops around the school’s track and parking lot. The event features chip timing to accurately..

The 2024 Green Bank Turkey Trot is a hybrid running event featuring both in-person and virtual options. Participants can choose to run a 5K, 10K, or a 1K Gobble Wobble for children aged 8 and under. The in-person race will take place on November 30, while the virtual race can be completed anytime be..

The New River Gorge Trail Festival - Winter Edition is an exciting running event taking place in Fayetteville, West Virginia. Scheduled for December 7, 2024, the festival features two main races: the New River Gorge 50k and the New River Gorge Half Marathon. Participants will have the opportunity to..

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

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 endurance over 35 or 47 hours on a flat, paved 2.05-mile loop. Scheduled for March 7-9, 2025, the event allows solo runners and relay teams of 2 or 3 to compete, with vari..

Falling Water Ultras is an exciting ultra-running event taking place at ACE Adventure Resort in New River Gorge National Park, WV. Participants can choose from various race formats, including solo 100K, solo 50K, and relays for two or four runners. The course features four 15.5-mile loops with stunn..

The West Virginia Trail Fest is an annual trail running event held in Pocahontas County, known for its mountainous terrain. Scheduled for May 9-10, 2025, the festival features a variety of races including a 100K, 60K, 30K, 5K, and a kids' fun run. Participants can enjoy additional activities such as..

The Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay is an exciting running event set in the scenic New River Gorge National Park. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 50K, a 50K Ruck, and a 50-mile race, with options for both competitive and relay formats. The course features a mix of pave..

The Coalfields Backyard Ultra is West Virginia's only backyard ultra marathon, taking place over Memorial Day weekend at Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College. This Lazarus Lake-sanctioned event features a "Last Runner Standing" format, where participants run a 4.1667-mile loop ever..