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Guyandotte River Run

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

Location
Hanover, WV
15205 R.D Bailey Hwy, Hanover, 24839
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run a beautiful rail trail, challenge yourself with professional timing, and experience a unique railroad tunnel on this spring course.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The Guyandotte River Run invites runners, walkers, and outdoor enthusiasts to experience a spring challenge in Hanover, WV. This event offers 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances on a beautiful, mostly flat paved rail trail, suitable for all fitness levels, including first-timers and walkers. Half Marathon and 10K participants will enjoy the unique experience of running through an old railroad tunnel. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with your local running community.

What to expect

  • Enjoy a mostly flat, paved rail trail course, welcoming to all fitness levels and walkers.
  • Half Marathon and 10K runners will race through an old railroad tunnel.
  • Professional timing and post-race snacks are provided.

Standout details

  • Mostly flat paved rail trail
  • Race through an old railroad tunnel
  • Professional race timing
  • Custom tumbler for participants

Perks & features

  • Food & Drink

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 4, 10:00 AM EDT · From $34.50

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 5:51 PM EST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 6.2 Miles

    Sat, Apr 4, 10:00 AM EDT · From $40.25

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 4, 10:00 AM EDT · From $46.00

    Opens Jan 30, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT

The course

  • Mixed
  • Hilly
  • Timed race

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Mixed surface + hills, longer distance

half marathon distance, mostly gravel or hard-packed surface, hilly area, typically mild weather

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

Get Ready to Run Wild at the Guyandotte River Run – April 4th! Join runners, walkers, and outdoor lovers for the Guyandotte River Run, featuring 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon options — the perfect spring challenge for every fitness level! This scenic course follows a beautiful, mostly flat paved rail trail, making it ideal for both first-timers and those chasing a new personal record. Plus, 10K and Half Marathon runners will get to experience something truly special — racing through an old railroad tunnel, one of the coolest features of this unforgettable event! Here’s what makes it even better: • Professional race timing provided by AP Timing Group • All participants receive a custom tumbler (order cutoff March 13th!) • Post-race snacks & community celebration at the finish line • Great local vibes and a chance to support your running community Don’t wait — registration fills fast, and tumbler orders close soon!

Run for fun, run for fitness, or run for the thrill — just be there on April 4th for the Guyandotte River Run!

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