EHQ Valley Falls 12 Hour

EHQ Valley Falls 6 and 12 Hour

EHQ Valley Falls offers timed trail running events in Fairmont, West Virginia, at Valley Falls State Park. The event includes two formats:

• 6 Hour
• 12 Hour

The course is a roughly 5.25 mile loop with about 750 feet of vertical gain per loop. Terrain includes gravel service roads, single track trails, streams, rocky climbs, rolling trail sections, and views of the falls. The trail will be clearly marked.

Two fully stocked aid stations are located at the start/finish and the halfway point. Hydration options include electrolytes, water, and soda; food includes typical ultrarunning fare and vegan options; salt caps are available. Runners are asked to carry their own cups or handhelds; disposable cups will be limited. Aid procedures will be as touchless as practical.

Facilities at the park include a restroom building with running water, a porta potty, and possibly a water hose. There are no on-site showers. Valley Falls closes at night and camping is not permitted; canopy sites will not be reserved.

Race rules include counting only full laps, permitting poles and pacers, and prohibiting pets. Trail shoes are recommended. Participants must stay on park trails, follow Leave No Trace practices, and observe the park rule against alcohol.

The event benefits the Innocent Lives Foundation. Awards, participant shirts, and distance mementos are provided; a fastest-lap "Suicide Pace" award and top-three male and female awards are listed. Registration and swag deadlines are noted by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.