McDonough Frontier Trail Race
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Vienna, West Virginia
- Price $28.50
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the 2nd Annual McDonough Frontier Trail Race on July 25, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of the McDonough Wildlife Refuge in Vienna, West Virginia, this exciting event invites both runners and walkers to experience the beauty of nature while conquering thrilling trail challenges. Participants can tackle a scenic 4-mile loop, complete with lush forests and tranquil duck marshes, with a total elevation gain of up to 430 feet. Runners will take on the loop twice for a total distance of approximately 8 miles, while walkers can enjoy a single pass of the picturesque route.
This event is perfect for trail enthusiasts of all levels and is part of the River City Runners and Walkers Series 2026, offering a chance to earn a personalized jacket at the awards banquet. Whether you’re looking to test your limits or simply enjoy a day in the great outdoors, the McDonough Frontier Trail Race is the ultimate trail adventure in West Virginia. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity—sign up now and embrace the spirit of the frontier!
This event is perfect for trail enthusiasts of all levels and is part of the River City Runners and Walkers Series 2026, offering a chance to earn a personalized jacket at the awards banquet. Whether you’re looking to test your limits or simply enjoy a day in the great outdoors, the McDonough Frontier Trail Race is the ultimate trail adventure in West Virginia. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity—sign up now and embrace the spirit of the frontier!
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MCDONOUGH FRONTIER TRAIL RACE - JULY 25, 2026
Get ready and saddle up to blaze the trails at the 2nd Annual McDonough Frontier Trail Race on July 25, 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. Dont miss this thrilling blend of rugged trails, wildlife wonders, and frontier spiritsign up now and claim your spot in West Virginias 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 Broughtons 5 Mile Trail Race, Marietta, OH
Get ready and saddle up to blaze the trails at the 2nd Annual McDonough Frontier Trail Race on July 25, 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. Dont miss this thrilling blend of rugged trails, wildlife wonders, and frontier spiritsign up now and claim your spot in West Virginias 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 Broughtons 5 Mile Trail Race, Marietta, OH
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