Highlands Trail Foundation

09/23/2026

This Veterans Day stage ranks among the most strenuous since the Rockies. (Though the Rockies, admittedly, would laugh patronizingly at this elevation profile being considered strenuous.) This includes a pair of 1000+ foot ascents, crossing first over the Laurel Mountain ridge and then climbing high...

09/13/2026

One last shout out to our 2026 Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon sponsors. We couldn’t have done it without you all, many thanks! ❤️

09/13/2026

Sixteen Blackwater Canyon Half finishers ran today’s Helvetia 10k Mountain Run to earn their Black Hel Double beanies. Their strength and grit inspires! Double congratulations to all! 👏👏📸: thanks to Tina Fritz

09/13/2026

Scott Nesland from Belington WV won the 2026 Blackwater Canyon Half. Scott was also our overall winner for 2025. Congratulations to Scott, Congratulations to each and every runner! 📸 by Imre Barsy. Results are posted on iplayoutside at www.iplayoutsidephotos.com/Events/2026/09/18237r.html

09/13/2026

09/12/2026

What a wonderful race day for the Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon! Thank you everyone who participated.
Photo by Imre Barsy.

09/11/2026

Ready to welcome runners to the start line tomorrow morning! Since our first canyon half TipTop has generously been offering pre race drip coffee to speed your miles. And if you bring your woodallion in that afternoon, you’ll get a free post race drink!

09/11/2026

ONE DAY to Race Day!! 😁 Are you ready for the Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon? See you soon!!
Photo by Imre Barsy.

09/11/2026

A sneak peek at our 2026 woodallions. Looking forward to celebrating your finishes! And runners, do bring your friends and family! Our finish line food and music are for them to enjoy with you.