Tails on Trails 5K Run/Walk

Berkeley Springs, United States • 12 Sep 2026

Tails on Trails 5K Run/Walk

This is the second annual 5K at Cacapon State Park held to benefit the Humane Society of Morgan County. The event offers in-person running and walking options plus a virtual participation choice. Registration opens April 19 and closes September 11; fees differ for in-person and virtual entries.

The route follows the high school’s official cross-country course through wooded terrain. The course begins with a gentle incline near the lodge, winds through forested areas with fall views, passes the upper lake, and returns to the start. An awards ceremony is planned after the race, and a free pup swim in the lake will be available following the event.

The event is presented as suitable for runners, walkers, and four-legged companions. Volunteers are needed. The venue is at Cacapon State Park, 818 Cacapon Lodge Drive, Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.

  • 3.1 Miles

Additional event options and fees are provided for the in-person run and walk and for virtual participants. The event is organized to support a local animal welfare organization and to include a post event activity for dogs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Tails on Trails 5k Run
5 km
Tails on Trails 5k Walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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