
From the Organizer
Half Marathon and 5K trail races located in Mountwood Park - 15 miles east of Parkersburg, WV on U.S. Route 50. Take the Volcano Road exit and the main parking lot is about one half mile by the boat ramp. The half marathon has a 4 hour time limit - any participant over 2 hours at the halfway point will be routed to the finish. T-shirts guaranteed if registered by September 6. Runners must be at least 15 years old to participate in the half marathon. Awards will be presented to the top 3 overall male and female in all races. One age group award in all 3 races for the following age groups: Under 15 (5K only), 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
Events
Weather
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
77°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Parkersburg Wood Co Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
813 ft
Nearest Airport
PKB
Mid Ohio Valley Regional Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 93 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Mountwood Challenge Trail Race
Sep 19, 2026