Highlands Sky 40 Mile Trail Run

Highlands Sky 40 Mile Trail Run

The Highlands Sky 40 Mile Trail Run is an ultramarathon event taking place in the Monongahela National Forest and the Dolly Sods Wilderness. This trail race starts and finishes near the Canaan Valley Resort State Park in Davis, West Virginia. The course covers a total distance of 40 miles through various terrains including the Roaring Plains and different sections of the surrounding wilderness.

Organized by the West Virginia Mountain Trail Runners, the event is held annually in the Mountain State. The route utilizes trails and forest roads within the protected natural areas of the region. Participants traverse a variety of high-altitude ecosystems and forest environments characteristic of the West Virginia highlands.

The entry fee for the event is $140.00. Registration typically opens in early February and closes at the end of May. The race infrastructure is centered at the Canaan Valley State Park located on Route 32. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• 40 Miles