Meeks Mountain Muddy Mutt 15k
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Meeks Mountain Muddy Mutt 15k
The Meeks Mountain Muddy Mutt 15k is a trail running event held at Hurricane City Park in Hurricane, West Virginia. Taking place on the third Saturday in March, the race coincides with the first day of spring. This event is designed to be dog-friendly, allowing participants to run alongside their canine companions on the local trail system.
The course features the following distance:
- 15 km
The race begins in an area known as the Dog Bowl before ascending the hills of the Meeks Mountain Trails. Participants reach the top of Meeks Mountain before descending via the Quick Sands Trail. The terrain on this section of the course consists of a mixture of sand and mud, which typically results in muddy conditions for both runners and dogs.
The event utilizes the Meeks Mountain Trails network and focuses on the natural elevation and varied soil types found in the region. Registration for the event opens annually on January 1st. The race is organized by the West Virginia Mountain Trail Runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.