New River Gorge Rim to Rim Race

Race Overview

The New River Gorge Rim to Rim Race is a running road race from one rim of the New River Gorge, down to the bottom where you'll cross over the New River, then back to the rim of the other side with a short trail section to finish. This bucket list event will provide runners with breathtaking views throughout the course in the adventure sports capital of West Virginia - Fayetteville. This event is hosted by Active Southern West Virginia at Adventures on the Gorge, where racers will finish at the resorts rim side pool to enjoy a catered brunch overlooking the New River Gorge. The distance is 6 miles. Brunch is included in the registration.

Course Details

• Start Point: The race course will begin on the south side of Fayette Station Road.
• Finish Point: Finish at Adventures on the Gorge.
• Elevation: Prepare for a descent of 800 ft and a climb of 800 ft.
• Pace Requirement: Must maintain a 20 minute mile pace to complete the event during the allotted closed road time frame.

Registration Information

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Racer Perks

• Course: Closed road course
• Timing: Chip timing
• Water: Water station on route
• Transportation: Bus transportation to the start line
• Finisher: Finisher medal
• Shirt: Short sleeve t-shirt
• Brunch: Post-race brunch

Important Registration Dates

• Aug. 31 - Nov. 24: $55
• Nov. 25 - Dec. 29: $60
• Dec. 30 - Feb. 16: $65
• Feb. 17 - March 30: $70
• March 31 - April 27: $75
• April 11: Last Day for T-Shirt Guarantee (Both free race shirt and add-on map shirt)
• April 27: Last Day to register online
• April 30: $80 last minute registration if space is available. Shirt and finisher medal not guaranteed.

Packet Pickup

Friday, April 30th - packet pick up will take place between 5-7 PM at Adventures on the Gorge. We highly encourage you to come to Friday packet pick-up! Packets can also be picked up the morning of the race between 6:30am-7:15am.

Race Day Itinerary

Racers need to be checking in at Adventures on the Gorge at 7am. More detailed times will be established based on registration numbers.

Awards

Awards will be given to the top finishers in each age bracket in the running category ONLY.

Proceeds Benefit

Proceeds benefit Active Southern West Virginia which offers free physical activity programs within communities, elementary schools, local government, and workplaces in Nicholas, Fayette, Raleigh, Summers, Kanawha, Boone, and many others across the state.

Supporting Organizations

• Fayette County Sheriff
• New River Gorge National Park
• West Virginia Department of Highways
• Friends of New River

Additional Information

For additional information, please review the event webpage here

Active SWV does not mail race bibs, shirts, finisher medals, or awards. If you would like items mailed after an event, a $10 donation will be requested to cover shipping and handling. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

Income-Based Registration

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to participate. Active SWV offers income-based registration rates for eligible participants. If the cost of registration is a barrier, you may qualify for a reduced race entry. Learn more and apply through our Income-Based Rate Program.