James River Trail Runs
Apr 10, 2027Gladstone, VA50 mi, 50K +1
50K, 7 weeks before race day, 84 mi away
At a glance
- Date
- May 29–30, 2027
- Location
- Snowshoe, West Virginia
- Distances
- 100K, 50K, 30K, 5K
- Registration
- See ultrasignup.com
- Official site
- wvtrailfest.com
- Listed from
- UltraSignup
- Last checked
- Oct 4, 2026
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Build my planAbout this race
Wild, Tough, Fun family-oriented annual trail running event occurs every May in the heart of Pocahontas County, WV. Features races through West Virginia's beautiful State Parks, the Monongahela National Forest, and historic landmarks.
Key dates
Race day
May 29, 2027
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