Trail Running calendar near Williamson 2026-2027

Trail trail runs of 6K and 10K in Kanawha State Forest on May 25 follow winding forest roads and steady climbs. Registration runs Mar 8 to May 17; shirts are guaranteed for entries by May 15.

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 10 miles out and back trail race on the VA Creeper rail to trail in Abingdon, VA, mostly dirt and gravel with two road crossings. Registration has a $20 fee and awards are given by overall place and multiple age groups.

A 5.5K trail race in Saint Paul, Virginia on May 30, 2026, featuring a steep opening climb, downhill and level trail sections, and a riverside finish. The race is part of the SFTC Trail Racing Series with online entry and set registration d..

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.

Trail races near Abingdon, VA offering a 50 mile, a 55K and a separate Pepsi Challenge 25K the following day. The routes include long downhill forest sections, a famous broken Pepsi machine on course, crew access points and a cupless policy..

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.

A multi-distance trail event in Norton, Virginia with singletrack, gravel and ridgeline terrain, substantial elevation gain, and distinct 25k, 50k, 100k and 100 mile formats. Ultra finishers receive a Woodbooger buckle.

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 obstacle event at ACE Adventure Resort on June 20, 2026, offering a 1 mile and a 5K woodland course open to ages 10 and up. The day includes showers, live music, a photo contest, and proceeds that support a charity.

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.

Experience private trails and spectacular arch views at The Ascent in the Red River Gorge. Choose between the 5K and 10K distances for a rewarding trail event featuring significant climbs and professional timing.

Races around the Historic Crab Orchard Museum corn maze in Tazewell VA on July 4, including a five-lap Revolutionary Run approximating 5K and a one-lap aMAZEing Fun Run that allows leashed dogs.

Races and a hike at Hungry Mother State Park on July 25, 2026 include a one lap 15 mile mountain race plus 8 mile options along lakefront trails. Post-event awards, refreshments, live music and games are planned.

A 5K running event on the Creeper Trail in Damascus, Virginia, held July 25, 2026, supporting rare cancer research. Registration opens May 17 and closes July 11 with a $25 fee.

Trail races at Bluestone State Park in Hinton WV as part of the West Virginia State Water Festival. The event features a 19 Miler out and back to Pipestem and a shorter 6 Miler, both starting and finishing at the park pool.

A 5K trail race on Norton’s Flag Rock Area Trails on August 13, 2026, held as part of the High Knob Outdoor Fest with proceeds supporting the festival.

A weekend obstacle race at Summit Bechtel Reserve on August 29-30, 2026, featuring Sprint, Super, Beast and Kids races across steep, varied terrain with water features and a large suspension bridge offering valley views.

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.