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Saturday, October 31st, 2026
3405 Pipestem Drive, Pipestem WV
10K · 5K
42–61°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
39–48°F
dry
2024
53–76°F
dry
2023
37–51°F
dry
2022
47–58°F
rain
2021
46–54°F
dry
2020
31–52°F
dry
2019
32–73°F
rain
2018
43–68°F
dry
2017
38–53°F
dry
2016
54–68°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
42°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Welcome To The 50th Anniversary of this Classic Event!
Online registration is LIVE!
The scenic course is located 18 miles North of Princeton, WV on Route 20.
Entry Fees: $25 early. $30 race day / SWVRRC Members $20 early, $25 race day
Race day registration will be by tablet/credit card / Paper and cash registration will be available if
necessary
Fun Run is Free (No T-Shirts for Fun Run)
Awards include Top Three Male and Female and top three Age Group Awards for 5K and 10K (11 under, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 + ) 5K Walk Awards to top 5 Over All.
Long sleeve classic 50th Run T-shirts guaranteed to first 80 registered. (Priority to pre-registered).
Homemade baked goods for refreshments.
NEW THIS YEAR! Electronic Timing by New River Timing / Immediate race results will be available at newrivertiming.com
Restrooms are Available at Park Headquarters and Canyon Rim Center
Halloween Costume Contest: Judging will be done shortly after the beginning of the race, so wear your best costume. Winner will receive a complimentary one night stay as available at Pipestem’s McKeever Lodge plus $50.00. Prizes will also be awarded for second $100.00 and third place $75.00, Fourth Place $50.00, Fifth Place $25.00 Happy Halloween!!!
Lodging: Call Pipestem Resort State Park 304-466-1800. For online reservations: www.wvstateparks.com
Race Director: Paul Hodges Co-Director: Tom Davis
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