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McDonough Trail Race in Vienna, WV 2026
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McDonough Trail Race 2026

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Date
July 18, 2026
Location
Vienna, WV
Discipline
Trail
Registration
Open

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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. 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

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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