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Ragnar Trail Appalachians
Fri, Aug 7, 2026
450 Big Bear Lake Rd, Bruceton Mills
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Escape the city for one-of-a-kind Appalachian trail running at Big Bear Lake. Navigate trails surrounded by colossal ferns, capturing the essence of Jurassic Park, — minus the dinosaurs, we think...
Trail Appalachians and Trail Appalachians Black Loop
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Fri, Aug 7, 2026
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Bruceton Mills, United States
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Location
450 Big Bear Lake Rd, Bruceton Mills, WV 26525, USA
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Event summary
Here are the distances available for Ragnar Trail Appalachians
Trail Appalachians
$205.62 - $231.25
Trail Appalachians Black Loop
$212.50
Trail Appalachians
$205.62 - $231.25
Trail Appalachians Black Loop
$212.50
Route information
Escape the daily grind and head toward adventure at Ragnar Trail Appalachians on August 7-8, 2026. Teams of 8 come together for an overnight relay at Big Bear Lake, a truly magical location that will have you asking “Did we just travel back in time?” Get this running party started early on Thursday to make this a whole 3-day weekend of friends and festivities.
Green Loop (3.53-ish miles)
Yellow Loop (4.6-ish miles)
Red Loop (6.5-ish miles)
Black Loop (17.15-ish miles)
What's included
Get ready for a full-throttle, 3-day Ragnar Trail weekend packed with camping, running, and all-around adventure!
Your Registration Includes
- Finisher's medal
- Participant T-shirt
- Team Goodie bag
Important Links
(How Ragnar Trail works, rules, regulations, and expectations)
(All the important info you need to know for race day)
Start Times
Start times will be assigned Friday, July 10th to all teams with at least 3/4 of runners with 10k road paces saved to their profile.
Volunteer Requirement
All Standard Relay teams have a one (1) volunteer requirement per team. Each standard team must fill one (1) 3-hour volunteer shift or Teams may also opt to pay $120 for Ragnar to recruit a volunteer through a local non-profit. Runners can complete a shift between or before their loops. The person who signs up does not have to be the one who works the shift, as long as someone from the team covers it. Volunteer sign up will be available Friday, July 10.
Age Restrictions
Runners must be at least 12 years old. Participants under 18 need a parent or legal guardian to sign a waiver, and teams with minors must have at least one adult (25+) at the race. That adult may camp with the team for free and can pace minor runners.
Important Dates
Final Changes to Team Name, Runner Pace & Shirt Size Deadline: July 5, 2026
Team Start Time Assigned: July 10, 2026
Volunteer Sign-Ups or Opt Out Opens: July 10, 2026
Team Start Time Change Request Closes: July 24, 2026
Volunteer Sign-Ups or Opt Out Close: August 3, 2026
Online Roster Change Deadline: August 3, 2026
Online Check-in Opens: August 4, 2026
All participants will be required to check in online before the event. Every member of the team must check in individually, followed by the Team Captain.
Online Check-in Closes: August 6, 2026 (2pm MST)
Prelim Race Results Posted: August 10, 2026
Requests for Results Clarification/Changes: August 12, 2026 (5pm MST)
Final Race Results Posted: August 14, 2026
How to get there
450 Big Bear Lake Rd, Bruceton Mills, WV 26525, USA
Get full directionsArrival Process & Check-In
Take Exit 29 off Route 68. After exiting the highway, if coming from the West take a right, if coming from the East take a left, heading South. You will follow this road South for about 3.5 miles all the way to Big Bear Camplands. Once you hit the guard shack at the front of the park tell them you are here for Ragnar and pass on through.
Parking fees are collected upon entry ($20 if arriving on Thursday night and $10 if arriving on Friday). The parking fee will be credit card only. The fee is a one-time fee. Once you pay, you can come and go as you please!
Your Team number or hangtag must be displayed at all times while your vehicle is in the park. Carpooling is strongly encouraged. We ask you to limit your team to two (2) cars if possible. Each team gets one parking space in the upper parking lot (walkable to the village and camping areas). All other vehicles will park in the lower lot and will need to use our shuttle system to transport back and forth.
After-hours Arrival: If your team will arrive after the shuttles have stopped running, you are permitted to park in the Staff Parking area. Your car MUST be moved by the time shuttles begin running the following day.
Important Reminder: Participant entry is not permitted before 3:30 PM on Thursday.
When you arrive at the venue, one person from the team will check the team in at HQ.
DEPARTURE PROCESS
After an epic weekend of dirt, sweat, and glory, it’s time to head home like the trail legends you are. For a smooth exit, follow these steps:
Clean Up Your Campsite
Leave no trace (except good memories). Use the trash and recycling bags from check-in and toss waste in the right bins—help us help Mother Nature and our clean-up crew.
Pack Up & Head to Gear Drop
Bring all your gear to the Gear Drop before shuttling to parking. Only the driver should take the shuttle to the parking area due to limited space. If you’re lucky enough to be parked nearby, feel free to skip the drop and go straight to your vehicle.
Load Up at Gear Drop
Once you’ve got your car, swing back to Gear Drop and load up. But don’t roll in early—no parking, no lingering, no camping out in the driver’s seat. Think airport drop-off... but with more mud.
Event day logistics
*Subject to change. Final schedule will be on the info tower at the event
THURSDAY
3:30pm - 10:00pm Participant Entry - Gear Drop, Parking, & Shuttles Open
5:00pm - 10:00pm Ragnar Village Opens: Team Check-In, Gear Store, Vendors
5:00pm - 10:00pm Dinner Sales
5:00pm - 11:00pm Beer Sales by Big Bear
6:30pm Runner Briefing at the Stage
7:00pm Green Loop Shake Out Run (meet at Transition Tent)
12:00am Ragnar Village Closed for the Night
10:00pm - 6:00am Quiet Hours in all areas outside the village
FRIDAY
7:00am Village Opens - Runner Check In
7:00am - 4:00pm Breakfast and Lunch Sales
7:00am - 5:00pm Gear Drop and Shuttles Open
7:30am Free Coffee, Hot Cocoa and Hot Water (BYO Mug)
8:00am - 9:00pm Gear Store Opens
9:00am Recovery Zone Opens (will stay open overnight)
10:30am - Black Loop Safety Briefing (meet at Stage)
- 12:00 pm: Black Loop Teams Start (Green Loop)
- 4:00 pm: Black Loop Teams Start (Yellow Loop)
- 9:00 pm: Black Loop Teams Start (Red Loop)
11:00am - 11:00pm Beer Sales by Big Bear
5:00pm - 10:00pm Dinner Sales
SATURDAY
7:00am - 3:00pm Breakfast and Lunch Sales
7:00am Black Loop Teams Start Black Loop
8:00am Gear Store Opens
8:00am - 6:00pm Team Departure/Gear Pick Up, Shuttles Running
10:00am - 6:00pm Beer Sales by Big Bear
3:00pm Recovery Zone Closes
4:00pm Last Runners Allowed on Course
6:00pm Event Ends
Overnight Camping available for those that want to stay. Any waste and recycling must be picked up and taken with you when you leave on Sunday. There will not be any Saturday evening or Sunday morning food options or access to the village areas. Toilets will still be available.
Cupless Event
Single-use containers are not provided at any water stations on the course or for hot chocolate/coffee in the Village area. Bring your reusable hot and cold containers to use throughout the event.
Venue & Campsite Rules
NO DOGS
No dogs on the course, at the campsite, in the Village, or at the event. We love dogs too, but this is a safety issue for participants and for the dogs. Service dogs (not ESA) are allowed, but they must remain on a leash at all times.
NO GENERATORS
No generators are allowed in the campsite, village, or on course.
NO DRONES
Non-official use of drones is prohibited without special approval.
NO CAMPFIRES
Propane cooking stoves are permitted, but no open flame campfires/firepits.
Campsites are not assigned and you can choose your own spot (within a 20'x20' area). Tent stakes larger than standard 6-10" are prohibited.
FAQs
Are there showers available at this event?
Yes! Showers are available near the village throughout the weekend! Most of our venues do not have showers available, so this is a great bonus that we have at this venue. These are primitive(ish) showers with hot water, walls, and privacy. There is a male and female side with 3 showers on each side.
How difficult are the trails?
This is arguably our most technical course. Expect to walk in several sections while navigating rocky trails.
Should I expect rain?
Yes, this race is historically very rainy. Please bring rain layers and extra dry clothes.
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