Rim to River
· starts 6:00 AM
Fayetteville, WV
Rim to River is a trail race of 100 miles (161 km) in Fayetteville, West Virginia. The next edition is on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 6:00 AM. The race gives its climbing as 17,001 ft (5,182 m); measured from its course file, it's 11,558 ft (3,523 m). Its high point is 2,020 ft (616 m). It's a Western States 100 qualifier. Entry is by lottery; registration opened on December 1, 2025. The field is about 150 runners.
The course
Questions about Rim to River
When is Rim to River 2026?
Rim to River 2026 is on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 6:00 AM local time.
Where is Rim to River?
Rim to River is held in Fayetteville, West Virginia.
How long is Rim to River?
Rim to River is 100 miles (161 km); its course file measures 101 miles.
How much elevation gain does Rim to River have?
Rim to River has 17,001 ft (5,182 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.
Is Rim to River a Western States qualifier?
Yes. Rim to River is on the Western States 100's list of qualifying races. Check wser.org for the qualifying standard and years.
How do you get into Rim to River?
Entry to Rim to River is by lottery. Registration opened on December 1, 2025.
What is the weather usually like at Rim to River?
Around Rim to River's date, the day's high is typically about 72°F (22°C) and the low about 54°F (12°C), averaged over recent years.
Where can I see the Rim to River elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?
runfarwhere has Rim to River's course file. The outline, distance and climbing are free on its page; the elevation profile, aid stations with cutoffs and the GPX file are part of runfarwhere Premium.
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