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West Virginia Trail Fest

Name: West Virginia Trail Fest
Start: 2025-05-09
End: 2025-05-10
Location: Slaty Fork

Slaty Fork, United States • 9-10 May 2025

The West Virginia Trail Fest is an annual trail running event held in Pocahontas County, known for its mountainous terrain. Scheduled for May 9-10, 2025, the festival features various races including a 100K, 60K, 30K, 5K, and a kids' fun run. Participants can enjoy additional activities such as a movie night, kids' events, and a ride on the Cass Historic Railroad. The event aims to showcase West Virginia's stunning landscapes and rich history, providing a memorable experience for all attendees. The festival promises a wild, tough, and fun atmosphere for families and runners alike. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States West Virginia Slaty Fork

Race information

Website Registration

100 km

11500 m+

100k

60 km

7400 m+

60k

30 km

3800 m+

30k

5 km

650 m+

1m Kids Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Saturday May 10

Dark Skies 100k

Snowshoe - 6 mi from Slaty Fork

100 km

The Dark Skies 100K is a challenging point-to-point trail race set in the scenic landscapes of West Virginia. Starting at the Seneca State Forest headquarters, participants will traverse a variety of terrains, including the Allegheny and Greenbrier River trails, culminating in a finish at Snowshoe V..

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Sunday Sep 14

Helvetia 10k Mountain Run

Helvetia - 20 mi from Slaty Fork

10 km

The Helvetia 10k Mountain Run is an annual race held in Helvetia, West Virginia, celebrating its 26th edition in September 2025. This unique event takes participants through the scenic trails of a historic Swiss settlement, coinciding with the Helvetia Fair. The race showcases the region's cultural..

Sunday Oct 5

Greenbrier River Trail Marathon

Cass - 11 mi from Slaty Fork

13 mi

26 mi

The Greenbrier River Trail Marathon is an annual running event held in West Virginia, featuring a full marathon (26.2 miles) and a half-marathon (13.1 miles). The marathon course is a scenic, point-to-point route that starts at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park and finishes at Stillwell Park in Marlin..