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Great Greenbrier River Race

location_city Marlinton

location_on West Virginia

flag United States

calendar_today 24 Apr, 2026 – 25 Apr, 2026

kayaking Multisports

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About the Event

**Please note that T-Shirt & Post-Race Meal numbers must be finalized by April 4th, so if you want either, please be sure to register before 4/4/2025.  We also have a final registration cutoff date of 4/15/2025.  Registrations cannot be accepted after this date.**

A unique triathlon that you can experience as an individual or a team (of up to four).  This family-friendly event is a run, boat, and bike triathlon in scenic Pocahontas County on the Greenbrier River and Greenbrier River Trail (GRT).  The race starts and ends in Marlinton, WV, with a 3-mile run, down main street and then north on the GRT for an out-and-back course.  The race then continues through a transition zone into the river via kayak or canoe (or stand-up paddle board (SUP) for those adventurous enough) for four miles downstream.  The final leg of the race is a 10-mile bike ride, starting by heading south on the GRT, then turning back and heading north, finishing at back in Marlinton.  This race has successfully been running for over 30 years and is a staple event in the area.  Part adventure, part race, and all fun.  A great experience for competitive triathletes or families and friends just looking for a fun experience.  

The atmosphere at the post-race event, including catered meal, awards ceremony, and live band keeps people coming back year after year.  Don't miss out on the greatest race around.  

RACE SCHEDULE (SUBJECT TO ADJUSTMENT BASED ON RACE DAY FLOW)

FRIDAY, APRIL 25 | PRE-RACE DAY

PACKET PICK UP | Marlinton Presbyterian Church (800 2nd Ave) | Friday 4:30-7:30pm      

PRE-RACE PASTA DINNER & ENTERTAINMENT | Rivertown Café | Friday 5-7pm

Pre-Pay price $14.50 on Run Sign-Up | Door Price $16

309 8th St, Marlinton, WV, United States, West Virginia

Juice Newsome and the Groove

SATURDAY, APRIL 26 | RACE DAY SCHEDULE 

PACKET PICK UP | Marlinton Presbyterian Church (800 2nd Ave) | Saturday 8-10:30am

BIKE DROP | BUCKEYE | before 10:15 am

PRE-RACE MEETING & Group warm up | MARLINTON GAZEBO PARK | 10:30 am

RACE START | 11 am

RACER LUNCH | 1-3 pm

AWARDS | MARLINTON GAZEBO PARK | 30 Minutes after race conclusion

 

Races Offered

PRE-PAY Friday Night Pasta Dinner ONLY - NO RACE ENTRY

Apr 24, 2026

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Distance — PRE-PAY Friday Night Pasta Dinner ONLY - NO RACE ENTRY

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Type — Triathlon

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17:00

Solo Participant

Apr 25, 2026

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Distance — 17 Miles

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11:00

Team (2 Participants)

Apr 25, 2026

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Distance — 17 Miles

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11:00

Team (3 Participants)

Apr 25, 2026

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Distance — 17 Miles

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11:00

Team (4 Participants)

Apr 25, 2026

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Distance — 17 Miles

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11:00

Team Division

Apr 25, 2026

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11:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Marlinton.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 5.2° / 17.9°
wb_sunny 2.3° / 14.6°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 10.0 /
water_drop 67.1%

About Marlinton

Scenic view of

Marlinton is a town of 960 people in West Virginia. It is the county seat of Pocahontas County. Pocahontas County is known locally as the "Birthplace of the Rivers" because the Greenbrier, Cherry, Elk, Cheat, Gauley, Tygart, Williams and Cranberry rivers all originate from the area.

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