McDonough Trail Race
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Vienna, West Virginia
- Price $28.50
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor experience at the 2nd Annual McDonough Trail Race on Saturday, July 18, 2026, held at the picturesque McDonough Wildlife Refuge in Vienna, West Virginia! This exciting event invites both runners and walkers to take on a scenic 4-mile loop that winds through lush forests and picturesque duck marshes, with a total elevation gain of up to 430 feet. Participants will complete the loop twice, totaling approximately 8 miles of thrilling trail adventure.
Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner or a nature-loving beginner, the McDonough Trail Race promises a fantastic day filled with camaraderie and the stunning beauty of West Virginia's wilderness. With hydration stations stocked with water and Tailwind hydration, as well as delicious snacks like bananas and smoked pulled pork sandwiches available post-race, you'll have everything you need to recharge. Plus, awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, and participants can look forward to exciting door prizes. Join us for this exhilarating race and become part of the River City Runners and Walkers Series 2026! Sign up now to secure your spot in this ultimate trail running adventure!
Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner or a nature-loving beginner, the McDonough Trail Race promises a fantastic day filled with camaraderie and the stunning beauty of West Virginia's wilderness. With hydration stations stocked with water and Tailwind hydration, as well as delicious snacks like bananas and smoked pulled pork sandwiches available post-race, you'll have everything you need to recharge. Plus, awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, and participants can look forward to exciting door prizes. Join us for this exhilarating race and become part of the River City Runners and Walkers Series 2026! Sign up now to secure your spot in this ultimate trail running adventure!
Organiser's Description
MCDONOUGH TRAIL RACE - JULY 18, 2026
Get ready to blaze the trails at the 2nd Annual McDonough 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.
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 adventure!
There will be at least 2 hydration stations on the course. Stocked with water, Tailwind hydration and pickles.
_~ AWARDS ~_
Top 3 Overall finisher in each category
* Male Runner and Female Runner
* Male Walker and Female Walker
Top 3 in Age Groups in each category
* Male Runner and Female Runner
* Male Walker and Female Walker
Our age groups are as follows 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
There will be no repeat award winners.
_STAY AFTER AWARDS FOR OUR DOOR PRIZES._
There will be bananas, granola bars, snacks and smoked pulled pork sandwiches for everyone. Along with water and other hydration drinks available.
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
_Thank You to our Sponsors_
* _City of Vienna_
* _Golden & Amos, PLLC_
* _Steve's Plumbing_
* _K & M Auto_
* _Bowser Construction_
* _KMA Auto_
* _RPSM, LLC Rocky Peck Sales & Marketing_
* _Nathan Alfred Insurance_
* _Warner Kia_
* _Oasis Salt Cave & Renew Wellness_
* _Play It Again Sports_
* _tailwind nutrition_
* _Darlene & Greg Stout_
Get ready to blaze the trails at the 2nd Annual McDonough 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.
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 adventure!
There will be at least 2 hydration stations on the course. Stocked with water, Tailwind hydration and pickles.
_~ AWARDS ~_
Top 3 Overall finisher in each category
* Male Runner and Female Runner
* Male Walker and Female Walker
Top 3 in Age Groups in each category
* Male Runner and Female Runner
* Male Walker and Female Walker
Our age groups are as follows 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
There will be no repeat award winners.
_STAY AFTER AWARDS FOR OUR DOOR PRIZES._
There will be bananas, granola bars, snacks and smoked pulled pork sandwiches for everyone. Along with water and other hydration drinks available.
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
_Thank You to our Sponsors_
* _City of Vienna_
* _Golden & Amos, PLLC_
* _Steve's Plumbing_
* _K & M Auto_
* _Bowser Construction_
* _KMA Auto_
* _RPSM, LLC Rocky Peck Sales & Marketing_
* _Nathan Alfred Insurance_
* _Warner Kia_
* _Oasis Salt Cave & Renew Wellness_
* _Play It Again Sports_
* _tailwind nutrition_
* _Darlene & Greg Stout_
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