Kanawha Trace Trail Runs

Our hearts are incredibly heavy today as we mourn the unspeakable loss of Dekota and his sister, Abigale. They were a light to everyone who had the privilege of knowing them. Their lives, along with their mother’s, were tragically and brutally taken from this world.

Our hearts and prayers are with their father and all who loved them as they face this unimaginable loss. May they find strength, comfort, and peace in the days ahead.

if you are in a position to help, there is a gofundme to help cover funeral expenses and other unexpected costs
https://www.gofundme.com/f/honoring-abigail-and-dakotas-memory

You may have seen these two out on the trail yesterday -- this is our 25K sweeper, John Sloan and his 14-year old son Dekota. Safe to say, they had a fun day collecting the trail ribbons! They brought a smile to the face of everyone who saw them (along with a few cases of mild panic by people who thought they were hallucinating!)

John swept for us last year and this year his son volunteered to help too. Before the start, I told them I was available to come get Dekota if he needed to bail out before the finish. Dekota swiftly replied "No way, I'm not giving up!" You better believe that kid sprinted around the lake to the finish, yellow and orange ribbons flapping behind him.

At the heart of what we do when we put on the Kanawha Trace Trail race is give people the opportunity to experience our trails, challenge themselves, and make wonderful memories along the way. I'd say mission accomplished.

Results are up! Congrats to all our finishers - https://ultrasignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=133178

From sunrise to sunset, another incredible Kanawha Trace Trail Run is in the books!

Spring on the KT is something special and probably our favorite season. Just when winter feels like it might linger forever, the trail comes back to life. Wildflowers push through, trees begin to bud, and the woods fill again with the sounds of spring peepers and birds. A little rain only makes it better, waking up the box turtles and turning the moss into that vivid, eye-popping green.

We’re so grateful for this community, everyone who shows up in any way, to run, race, hike, walk, volunteer, cheer, or simply take it all in. Weekends like this leave us with full hearts and lasting memories.

We're happy to see so many returning friends, and thrilled to make new ones along the away. Thank you for trusting us with your race. Every year we learn a lesson or two (usually at the expense of our friends taking a wrong turn and running some bonus miles). Every year we strive to do a little better.

As we said to many of you out there today -- see you next year.

Results will be posted soon on UltraSignup
https://ultrasignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=133180

See you soon!

No hotel? No problem!
Did you know we offer race-weekend camping at Camp Arrowhead?
No need to reserve in advance, just pay at packet pickup. We can accommodate tent or vehicle camping (no hookups).
Flush toilets and showers on site.

Still time to register for the race!

Kanawha Trace 50K/25K/10K
Saturday, March 28th 2026
Ona, West Virginia

https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=133178
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Pretty awesome finisher medals, right? 🏅 We’re so excited to be partnering with again this year! Crafted from local and reclaimed hardwoods, their work is always high-quality, unique, and absolutely beautiful.

Still time to sign up! Race registration closes at NOON on Friday

Kanawha Trace 50K/25K/10K
Saturday, March 28th
Ona, West Virginia

https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=133178

March is a crazy time of year. 70 degs yesterday, and today we have 3 inches of snow!

Expect the unexpected

Kanawha Trace 50K/25K/10K
Saturday, March 28th 2026
Ona, West Virginia

https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=133178

Trail work continues!

These wind storms have been kickin' up some fun, but we're tackling the big jobs. Less than 2 weeks to race day!

Kanawha Trace 50K/25K/10K
Saturday, March 28th 2026
Ona, West Virginia

https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=133178