Highlands Trail Foundation

08/05/2026

Only 15 spots left! Sign up now to save yours!

07/29/2026

Registrations cap at 200 and it's filling up fast. Register today and save your spot before August 12.

07/06/2026

Epic race from Thomas to Parsons, West Virginia. https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Parsons/BlackwaterCanyonHalfMarathon

07/06/2026

This Tuesday, July 7th at 11am ET, join outdoor recreation consultant David Landis for a practical deep-dive into how gravel cycling can transform West Virginia's back roads into economic engines.

Learn how to develop gravel routes that attract visitors, support local businesses, and strengthen rural communities, all while respecting the character of the places we call home.

Perfect for tourism professionals, local governments, small business owners, nonprofits, and land managers ready to activate their community's outdoor economy potential.

Register now and discover why gravel cycling is one of the fastest-growing opportunities for rural West Virginia: https://wvu.zoom.us/meeting/register/wX-JpbG5REe3kUfA7_axYA #/

07/04/2026

Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon wishes you a Happy 4th on America’s 250th! Proud to run in a place that reflects the USA: grit, freedom, and beauty. 🇺🇸 No roads, no noise, just wild wonderful trail! ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸

📸: by Imre Barsy at our 2021 finish

07/01/2026

Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon is NOT your average half marathon!

Imagine 13.1 miles of:
🌲 Cool and Quiet Forest
💦 Stunning River Views
⛰️ Epic Canyon Scenery
🛤️ Historic Rail Trails
🏃 1,400-ft drop from start to finish

The Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon starts on the rail trail in
Thomas, WV and finishes on the Allegheny Highlands Trail in
Parsons, WV taking runners through one of the most breathtaking stretches of trail in Appalachia.

ENTRY CLOSES AT 200 RUNNERS!

Individual Entry Fees:
• Before August 12, 2026 — $60
• After August 12, 2026 — $75

A bucket list race!

🎟️ Get race details and sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Parsons/BlackwaterCanyonHalfMarathon

The Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon is on Saturday September 12, 2026.

06/20/2026

Happy West Virginia Day, from the Highlands Trail Foundation and our Blackwater Canyon Half Volunteers. Our 2026 race is already 50 percent full! 💙💛 💙💛

06/12/2026

Thank you, Canaan Valley Resort, Tucker Community Foundation, State Farm, , Davis Depot, Elkins Physical Therapy and Sports Injury Clinic, , and for their supporting sponsorship for the 2026 Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon. We look forward to hosting this event September 12, 2026. 200 racer limit! Reserve your spot at https://runsignup.com/.../BlackwaterCanyonHalfMarathon

06/05/2026

Thank you Davis Trust Company, Papa Johns of Elkins, Mountain
Valley Bank, Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine, and Mary S. Boyd Pediatrics for sponsoring the 2026 Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon September 12, 2026. 200 racer limit! Reserve your spot at https://runsignup.com/.../BlackwaterCanyonHalfMarathon

06/04/2026

Happy global running day, Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon Runners! 📸 by Imry Barsy at the 2021 race start.