Bearhole Road Race
Bearhole Road Race is a running race on June 26, 2027 in Mullens, WV, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- June 26, 2027 (302 days to go)
- Location
- WV -97, Mullens, WV
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Experience one of southern West Virginia's long-standing running traditions at the Bearhole 5K/10K Road Race at Twin Falls Resort State Park!
Set among the beautiful mountains and forests of Wyoming County, the Bearhole Road Race gives runners and walkers the opportunity to take on either the 5K or 10K distance on the scenic roads of Twin Falls Resort State Park. Whether you're chasing a new personal best, taking on your first 5K, or simply looking for a great summer race in the mountains of West Virginia, the Bearhole offers something for everyone.
The race begins near the Twin Falls Golf Course Clubhouse and takes participants through the beautiful state park setting before returning for a memorable finish. With its rolling West Virginia terrain and peaceful wooded surroundings, don't expect your ordinary flat road race—the Bearhole is a true Appalachian running experience!
Register Early & Get the Race Swag!
Participants who register on or before May 31st will be guaranteed:
Official Bearhole 5K/10K Participant T-Shirt
Bearhole Participant Finisher Medal
Registrations beginning June 1st are not guaranteed a participant shirt or medal, so be sure to register early!
Come run the Bearhole 5K/10K, challenge yourself on the roads of Twin Falls, and be part of a race tradition that has brought runners together for more than four decades.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
84°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mullens 3 E, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mullens, WV
Population
2,267
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,529 ft
Nearest Airport
BKW
Raleigh County Memorial Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 130 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Bearhole Road Race
Jun 26, 2027