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West Virginia Cryptid Race Series

calendar_today 31 May, 2026 – 18 Oct, 2026

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About the Event

The West Virginia Cryptid Race Series is a West Virginia–based running series inspired by the state’s legendary cryptids and the unique locations they are said to roam. Each race has its own theme, atmosphere, and community feel, giving runners a fun reason to explore new places while enjoying professionally produced events.

Participants can choose to run a single race or take on the full series. Those who complete multiple races will experience a mix of local folklore, scenic courses, and memorable race-day energy across the region.

The tentative race order begins in Clay with the Bigfoot-themed race, setting the tone in classic Appalachian surroundings. The second stop brings the series to Saint Albans for the Mothman race, offering a fast, fun, and community-focused experience centered around West Virginia’s most iconic legend. The third race takes place in Gassaway, inspired by the Braxton County Monster and one of the state’s most famous cryptid encounters. The series final will be held at Kanawha State Forest with the Sheepsquatch race. This finale features winding forest roads, scenic views, and a true wilderness feel, making it a fitting and challenging conclusion to the Cryptic Race Series.

Whether you are chasing points, personal bests, or just the legends themselves, the Cryptic Race Series delivers a one-of-a-kind running experience rooted in West Virginia lore.

Chase the legends. Run the mystery.

Races Offered

Entire Series

May 31, 2026

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Distance — Entire Series

terrain

Type — Running

timer

09:00

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Clay.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 12.4° / 22.8°
wb_sunny 10.5° / 21.5°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 10.7 /
water_drop 73.0%

About Clay

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Clay is a town of 440 people in West Virginia. Local residents, enamored of its small-town charm, sometimes call it "Clayberry". It's the county seat of Clay County, whose claim to fame is being the home of the Golden Delicious apple, which was discovered in 1905 and grown commercially in 1912, at a time when apples were predominantly red.

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