VentureQuest Adventure Race
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- VentureQuest 8-Hour Adventure Race · VentureQuest 24-Hour Adventure Race
From the Organizer
The VentureQuest (VQ) Adventure Race has challenged, rewarded, and inspired over 5000 athletes in its history. VQ is where is all began for EX2 and we are excited to produce our 21st edition of this special race.
This year we will have a 8-hour and 24-hour course option both staging out of Rocky Gap State Park. The details of the courses and what to expect are below.
Date: Saturday September 12, 2026
Start Time: 10:00am (24-hour) and 9:00am (8-hour)
Location: Rocky Gap State Park in Flintstone, MD
Disciplines: Trekking, paddling, mountain biking, navigation.
Teams: Soloists and teams of up to 4 (male, female, or mixed gender). Team members travel together the entire race.
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
80°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cumberland 2, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Flintstone, MD
Elevation
971 ft
Nearest Airport
AOO
Altoona Blair County Airport · 43 mi
Major Hub
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 79 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at VentureQuest Adventure Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
- Race
- VentureQuest Adventure Race
- Date
- September 12, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Flintstone, MD
Independence Run 5k
5K
19 miles away
Annual WV Peach Festival 5k race
5K
18 miles away
Howard's Half Marathon/5K Run Festival
Half Marathon · 5K
12 miles away
Greenhorn Adventure Race
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the VentureQuest Adventure Race?
- VentureQuest Adventure Race is a running race held in Flintstone, Maryland on September 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the VentureQuest Adventure Race?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Flintstone, Maryland at 12500 Pleasant Valley Road, Flintstone, MD. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the VentureQuest Adventure Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
VentureQuest Adventure Race
Sep 12, 2026