McDonough Trail Race
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Vienna, WV
- 2196 Rosemar Road, 26105
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Discover rugged trails and wildlife wonders at the McDonough Trail Race, a scenic adventure through West Virginia's beautiful refuge.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
Fun
Scenic
CompetitiveGreat for
- Walkers Welcome
Walkers WelcomeGreat for: walkers, runners who like a competitive edge
Embrace the wild spirit of West Virginia at the McDonough Trail Race, set within the stunning McDonough Wildlife Refuge. This event invites runners to conquer an 8-mile journey across rugged trails, while walkers can enjoy a scenic 4-mile loop. Weaving through lush forests and tranquil duck marshes, the course offers a blend of natural beauty and adventure. It's also part of the River City Runners and Walkers Series, offering a chance to earn a personalized jacket.
What to expect
- Navigate a scenic 4-mile loop, twice for runners (8 miles total), or once for walkers.
- Experience lush forests, tranquil duck marshes, and up to 430 feet of elevation gain per loop.
- Participate in the River City Runners and Walkers Series for a chance to earn a personalized jacket.
Standout details
- Stunning McDonough Wildlife Refuge
- Scenic 4-mile loop course
- Part of River City Series 2026
- Chance to earn a personalized jacket
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 4 Miles
Sat, Jul 18, 8:05 AM EDT · From $28.50
Opens Feb 6, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 31, 2026, 7:58 PM EDT
- 8 Miles
Sat, Jul 18, 8:00 AM EDT · From $28.50
Opens Feb 6, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 31, 2026, 7:58 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Steady EffortTrail + rolling terrain, warm-day exposure
- Mostly trail
- Rolling area
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Trail
- Rolling
- Walkers welcome
From the organizer
McDonough Trail Race - July 18, 2026
Get ready and saddle up to blaze the trails at the 2nd Annual McDonough Frontier Trail Race on July 18, 2026, at the stunning McDonough Wildlife Refuge in Vienna, WV! This thrilling race offers runners and walkers a chance to conquer a scenic 4-mile loop, weaving through lush forests and past duck marshes, with total elevation gains per loop up to 430 feet. Runners will charge through the 4-mile loop, twice for a total distance of ~8 miles. Walkers will conquer the race with just one pass of the scenic 4-mile loop, amidst lush forests and tranquil duck marshes. Perfect for trail enthusiasts of all levels, this event promises a blend of rugged trails, wildlife wonders, and the wild spirit of West Virginia. Lace up, embrace the spirit of adventure —answer the call of the frontier!
As part of the River City Runners and Walkers Series 2026, this race is 1 of 6 races in the series to earn your personalized jacket at the awards banquet. Don’t miss this thrilling blend of rugged trails, wildlife wonders, and frontier spirit—sign up now and claim your spot in West Virginia’s ultimate trail adventure!
The other races in the River City Runners and Walker Series 2026 are:
Chik-Fil-A 10k/2 mile, Parkersburg High School, Parkersburg, WV
Kicks 4 Kids, Parkersburg, WV
Parkersburg Half/2mile Parkersburg, WV
The Mountwood Challenge Trail Race, Waverly, WV
The Broughton’s 5 Mile Trail Race, Marietta, OH
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