100 miles of wild & wonderful through the heart of New River Gorge National Park, the Rim to River 100 is the first & only 100 mile trail race in West Virginia. This out and back course consists of winding single track & rail-to-trail, traversing multiple times from the rim of the Gorge to down along the banks of the New River. Along with the natural beauty of waterfalls, whitewater, & dramatic views, you’ll also find ghost towns, centuries old cemeteries, & abandoned mine shafts throughout the course. Come experience the New River Gorge like few others have.

2022 RACE INFORMATION & SCHEDULE

Friday, October 24
• 3:00 – 6:00pm - Check-in, packet pick-up, and prize giveaways at the ACE Adventure Resort(Lost Paddle Bar & Grill).
• 6:15pm - Pre-race meeting (runners are highly encouraged to attend)
• 6:15pm – All drop bags must to be turned in.

Saturday, October 25
• 5:00 – 5:45am - Race day packet pick-up is discouraged but will be available
• 6:00am - Start

Sunday, October 26
• 2:00pm - Final Cut-Off for official finishers

Participants will have 32 hours to complete the course. All finishers in allotted time will receive a custom Rim to River 100 belt buckle and locally hand-made finisher mug. Runners finishing under 24 hours will receive a special sub-24 belt buckle.

All participants registered on or before September 1 will receive a custom Rim to River 100 race shirt by RECOVER Brands. Registration after September 1 may result in not receiving a t-shirt.

100% refunds will be offered through July 4. Deferrals/rollovers to the following year and/or partial refunds will be determined on an individual basis. We will do our best to accommodate life events such as pregnancy, military deployment, family death, and serious illness. Please contact us directly to discuss.

Proceeds from the race help to fund Adventure Appalachia, our non-profit working to facilitate empowering, educational outdoor adventure experiences for adolescents and adults. We strive to eliminate barriers & expand access to outdoor adventure in the New River Gorge region of WV, providing funding & connecting people to existing outdoor programs offering guided experiences in wilderness settings. To learn more, visit adventureappalachia.org.