Outdoor
Adventures
written by jamie null
IN WEST VIRGINIA
Editor’s Note: This is not a comprehensive
list of races in West Virginia. To learn about
additional races, visit www.runningintheusa.
com or contact a local running club.
W
ith its varied terrain,
the Mountain State
is a runner’s dream.
Marathons, half marathons, 5ks,
trail runs and triathlons—you’ll find
it all in West Virginia.
Challenge yourself on the trails
near the New River Gorge or drink
champagne at the finish line at The
Greenbrier. Pace yourself for a route
that runs across the state line into
Kentucky, or dress in layers for a
40-mile, elevation-shifting trail run
in Canaan Valley. Whatever your
preference, lace up your running
shoes and get ready to run wild in
West Virginia.
Greenbrier Half Marathon
and 5k
May 12, 2018
www.greenbrier.com
What’s a race without champagne?
The Greenbrier Half Marathon, a
luxury race at America’s Resort,
features half marathon, 10k and
5k races. Participants can enjoy a
post-race party and Vineyard Vines
Champagne brunch, along with a
30
2 0 1 8 D i sc o v e r Wes t V i rg i n i a
t-shirt, finisher medal and access to
all the resort’s amenities, including the
spa and golf courses. This is a race-
cation like runners have never seen! Kanawha Trace Moonlight
Madness 10k/5k
Harpers Ferry Half
Marathon Let glow sticks light your way! This
night race, hosted by the West Virginia
Mountain Trail Runners, is set under
the stars. The course, located at the
Boy Scouts’ Camp Arrowhead in Ona,
begins on the river trail and follows
forest trails maintained by the Boy
Scouts. More than 500 glow sticks line
the course, but bring your own light
source as well. Afterwards, enjoy a
post-race bonfire.
May 19, 2018
www.harpersferryhalf.org
May 26, 2018
www.wvmtr.org
Hatfield McCoy Marathon
Photo by John
Bonbright.
The Harpers Ferry Half Marathon is
a hilly and challenging course set in
the Harpers Ferry National Historical
Park and the nearby Civil War towns.
Experience unique views of the
Shenandoah and Potomac rivers,
John Brown’s Fort, Storer College
and more during the run. The 5k is
a mix of trail running and includes
a loop of the School House Ridge
South portion of Harpers Ferry
Historic National Park. A kid-friendly
event will be held on race day, so
bring the whole family.
June 9, 2018
www.hatfieldmccoymarathon.net
Photo by Hatfield McCoy Marathon.