Rim to River 100
Oak Hill, United States • 25 Oct 2025
Event overview
Rim to River 100 is a trail ultramarathon held in New River Gorge National Park, West Virginia. The course is an out-and-back route of 100 miles that follows winding single track and rail-to-trail sections, moving multiple times between the rim of the gorge and the banks of the New River. The route passes waterfalls, whitewater, scenic overlooks, former settlements, historic cemeteries, and abandoned mine shafts.
The event includes pacer registration and is organized by Rim to River Endurance Co. Proceeds from race registrations support Adventure Appalachia, a nonprofit that runs outdoor programs for adolescents and adults.
Entries, timing and logistics
The 2025 race used a lottery system open from 12/1/2024 to 12/10/2024, with selected runners and the entrants list posted on 12/31/2024. Registration closes on October 1. Participants are allowed 32 hours to complete the course. All finishers within the allotted time receive a custom Rim to River 100 belt buckle and a finisher mug; runners who finish under 24 hours receive a special sub-24 belt buckle.
Packet pick-up is offered at ACE Adventure Resort on the day before the race, and race-day packet pick-up is available but discouraged. Drop bags must be turned in on the day before the race. Refunds at 100% are offered through July 4; deferrals or rollovers are handled case by case. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.