Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon
Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon drops about 1,400 feet from Thomas to Parsons on a scenic point-to-point rail-trail route through West Virginia.
Quick facts
- Point-to-point rail-trail course
- About 1,400 feet of descent
- Field capped at 200 runners
- Bus-to-start format from the Parsons finish area
About the Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon
The capped 13.1-mile event supports the Highlands Trail Foundation and uses a dedicated bus-to-start format for its separately timed field.
Course
Pavement, dirt and crushed stone form the descending Blackwater Canyon railroad grade and Allegheny Highlands Trail to Mill Race Park.
Race-day weather
September in the highlands can start cool and damp, with shaded trail sections retaining moisture even when the afternoon becomes mild.
Past Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, September 12, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Results available | Open results |
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Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon. The most recent running was on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
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