West Virginia Water Festival Trail Race
West Virginia Water Festival Trail Race is a running race on July 26, 2026 in Pipestem, WV, with entry fees from $35 to $45.
- Date
- July 26, 2026 (3 days to go)
- Location
- 3405 Pipestem Dr, Pipestem, WV
- Price
- $35–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Welcome to the Inaugural West Virginia Water Festival Trail Race, set in the heart of southern West Virginia’s most scenic river corridor.
This event kicks off the WV State Water Festival with a true trail runner’s experience!
Awards
Awards will be presented to overall winners in each distance. We will add age groups if participation numbers allow.
Whether you’re chasing miles, views, or just a great summer trail experience, this is a race you won’t want to miss.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Sunday, 7/26
High
78°
Low
64°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
38%
Wind
2 to 7 mph
Host City
About Pipestem, WV
City Elevation
2,371 ft
Nearest Airport
BKW
Raleigh County Memorial Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 120 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?
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3
Days to train
- Race
- West Virginia Water Festival Trail Race
- Date
- July 26, 2026
- Location
- 3405 Pipestem Dr, Pipestem, WV
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
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Coming Up
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7 miles away
Beckley Half Marathon & 5K
5K · Half Marathon · From $35 · 513 Ewart Ave
22 miles away
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Pipestem than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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West Virginia Water Festival Trail Race
Jul 26, 2026