Canaan Valley Trail Run

Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 3:30 AM EDT

Location: 230 Main Lodge Rd, Davis, WV 26260
Type: Trail race

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

Experience the scenic brilliance of Canaan Valley on a fun, fast trail run, perfect for a refreshing "runcation" in West Virginia.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Discover the Canaan Valley Trail Run, a scenic and exciting event set in the heart of West Virginia's beautiful Tucker County. This fourth annual race offers 5.9-mile and 11.8-mile options on the Promised Land Trail, starting and finishing behind Canaan Valley Resort. Runners of all levels can enjoy a fun and fast experience amidst stunning natural landscapes, including nearby Dolly Sods and Blackwater Falls State Park. With eclectic dining and breweries in nearby Davis and Thomas, it's an ideal "runcation" destination.

What to expect

Runners can choose between a 5.9-mile or 11.8-mile loop on the Promised Land Trail.
Receive a finisher medal, a McClumsy T-shirt, and post-race snacks.

From the organizer

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Please Note: Start time of 7:30 is tentative .

We are excited for you to join us for the Canaan Valley Running Company's 4th Annual Canaan Valley Trail Run on Saturday, June 27th, 2026, in Canaan Valley State Park. This race will take place on the Promised Land Trail and will be a fun, fast, and exciting race for runners of all levels. The Promised Land Trail starts and finishes directly behind Canaan Valley Resort and is approximately 5.9 miles; we will have a one-loop 5.9 mile and a 2 Loop 11.8 mile option.

All participants will receive a Finisher Medal and a McClumsy T-shirt, as well as a Tasty Beer (must be 21 or older), post-race snacks, and more.

Our destination Trail Race, features the scenic brilliance of Tucker County, West Virginia. Above all is a place known for its endless outdoor opportunities. Furthermore, Canaan Valley is just miles from the rugged and beautiful backcountry of Dolly Sods and Canaan Mountain, the amazing vertical feet of Blackwater Falls State Park , and the luxury of Canaan Valley Resort . The neighboring towns of Davis and Thomas offer eclectic restaurants, multiple breweries, art galleries, and live entertainment. Fortunately, they are just miles from the racecourse and make the Canaan Valley Trail Run a perfect runcation.

Although it is a world away, Canaan Valley is only a half day’s drive from major metropolitan areas, including Washington D.C., Pittsburgh, Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Columbus. So if you are looking for a Trail Race in West Virginia, you should consider running with us.