Church On the Trail 5k and Mile
September 27th 9am
659 Hoard Rd., Morgantown, WV 26508
Low-Key event. Easy mile. Tough 5k.
Race Day Details
Sunday, September 27, 2026 — Start time: 9:00 AM
Location
659 Hoard Rd., Morgantown, WV 26508 (May also appear as 659 County Rte 119/3 in some map apps.)
Getting there:
- Add 10 minutes to whatever your map app estimates for the drive down Hoard Rd. itself — it's a challenging gravel road with tight turns and steep sections.
- If you're unsure about your vehicle or your comfort driving that road, consider walking or jogging in from a Mon River Trail trailhead instead. We recommend the Van Voorhis trailhead lot (1980 Van Voorhis Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508), about 2 miles from the race site via the Mon River Trail.
Check-In
Everyone must check in at one of the following to get your shirt and race bib number:
- 7pm-9pm @ Crossroads Morgantown the night before the race (Saturday September 26th)
- 8:30 am the day of the race at the table near the start/finish line
Day-of schedule:
8:30 AM — Arrive, check in, get your shirt, pin on your race number
8:55 AM — Mandatory pre-race meeting (all participants)
9:00 AM — Race starts
Weather & Cancellation
The race is weather-permitting. Any cancellation or rescheduling will be announced no later than the day before, via email to registered participants and on Facebook.
Course Options
5K
- Mix of rail-trail, roads, gravel roads, and dirt trails — terrain varies
- Expect mud, hills, and possibly a log or two to hurdle
- 1-hour cutoff
1 Mile
- Flat, out-and-back on the rail trail with a turnaround point
- Runners, walkers, and strollers welcome
- 1-hour cutoff
Other Details
- Water available at the start/finish area for both the 5K and the 1 mile
- Race bib numbers and safety pins will be provided — please wear your bib visibly on the front.
- A hose will be on-site for rinsing off sweat or mud.
- Porta-potty available on-site.
Register here
Register using this link. Please complete one form submission per person participating.