West Virginia’s only Elk River Rail Trail Marathon/Half Marathon/5K will take place along the Elk River Trail (starting/returning from Dundon Field in Clay, WV) on Sunday morning, September 19. This is the fourth annual race and it is a signature event, concluding this year’s Clay County Golden Delicious Festival. 

Last year this event raised approximately $2,250 which was presented to the Elk River Trail Foundation. Volunteer Olaf Funstuck said, “This race is a huge boost to the Elk River Trail Foundation. The proceeds make it possible for the Foundation to make this the best trail on the east coast.” He added, “If running isn’t your thing, volunteers are always needed and they always have fun cheering on the runners and supplying them with water, electrolytes, and other goodies.”

The trails are virtually flat, with a one-half percent (0.5%) grade. This year’s sponsors include Appalachian Timing Group, Highland Outdoors, and WV Tech. 

For more information see wvmarathon.com, Facebook/Clay County Golden Delicious Festival or runsignup.com and choose the Elk River Rail Trail Marathon.