2026 State Games of West Virginia 5K Trail Run/Walk and 11K Trail Run

THIS RACE IS AN OFFICIAL NATIONAL QUALIFIER FOR THE STATE GAMES OF AMERICA All medalists are eligible represent the state of West Virginia at the 2026 State Games of America being held in Happy Valley, PA. For more information visit the official website by clicking the link. This race is also a qualifier for the 2028 State Games of America in Colorado Springs. Click the link above for more information.   5K Trail Run/ Walk: The race will take place at Heritage Farm and start at the covered bridge. Racers will head up the Grindstone Trail till they reach the top of the trail. From there, racers will head to the Corn Husker Trail and descend down it finishing near the covered bridge.  Medals for overall men's and women's 1st, 2nd, and 3rd finishers along with men's and women's 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in age groups U18, 18-35, 36-50, 51-64, and 65+.   11K Trail Run The race will be an extended version of the 5K Trail Run for veteran trail runners looking for extra thrill! Me