RAF Trail Race Series

Event Overview

After a successful inaugural event thanks to all of the participants, volunteers, and spectators it is time to sign up again and we can't believe it. We took your suggestions and will be implementing some changes moving into this year.

About the Race

The Robin Ames Foundation (RAF) Trail Series is in honor of Robin Ames and is a series of trail events in Coopers Rock State Park in West Virginia. This race is a celebration of life and who Robin was as a person. There are distances for any skill level.

Available Distances

• 50K: Participate in the longest trail distance available.
• 50K relay: A team of 5 with each person running a 10K loop.
• 25K: Consists of two 10K loops and one 5K loop.
• 10K: Complete one loop of the course.
• 5K: A single loop distance for all participants.
• Robin's Scouts 1 Mile Fun Run: A fun and engaging option for all ages.

Participation Options

You have the ability to participate in person: we would absolutely love to see you and are planning on making this a destination race, but if you cannot attend there is a virtual option as well. Just submit your run between October 1st and October 30th in any of the distances, and we will put a leaderboard together (screenshot from Garmin, Strava, or other digital tracking).

Course Information

• 10K Course Route: The 10K loop will be completed once for the 10K race, and repeated 5 times for the 50K distance. There is about 687ft of gain on each loop and the main climb is rated a Category 4, with an average grade of 3.4% and 429ft of gain over 2.4 miles.
• 5K Course Route: The 5K loop will be completed once. There is an overall gain of 380ft for the loop.
• Fun Atmosphere: All loops start and end at the same point, ensuring plenty of music, food, and fun.
• Community Celebration: Be ready to enjoy your running community and celebrate life.

Event Motto

LOOK UP. LIVE ON