All of the Colors Trail Race or Hike
Date and time
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Location
Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum, Charleston, WV
Date and time
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Location
Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum, Charleston, WV
Date and time
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Location
Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum, Charleston, WV
Experience Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum like never before! Join us for a unique trail run or hike through history and nature, benefiting the Mary Price Ratrie Arboretum located right within the cemetery grounds.
🌲 About the Event
This is a short but challenging 4-mile-ish route with over 800 ft of elevation gain. Whether you’re racing for a top spot or taking a fall hike, you'll traverse green lanes, single-track woodland boundary trails, and open ridge tops featuring stunning views up and down the Kanawha Valley—all during peak autumn colors!
Keep an eye out for local wildlife like deer and box turtles, as well as historic monuments honoring the individuals who shaped Charleston’s rich history.
📢 Hiker Special: All registered hikers will receive an informative guide highlighting key points of interest and historical monuments along the course!
🏅 Participant Perks & Swag
Custom Event Sticker: All participants receive a 3-inch Holographic Ratrie Arboretum sticker featuring original digital artwork by Stacie Bowman. Raffle Entry: Every registration includes an entry into our event raffle! Prizes include: Gift Cards: Mountain Juice WV, Bob Evans ($25), Greens ($25)……. Original artwork & prints by: Paula Kauffman, Mark Blackwell, Michaela Olcott, John Wirts, Megan Dailey, Steve Sisson. Rustic Log Birdhouse handcrafted by Christopher Higgins Music: Spencer Elliott – ‘Silver Maple’ CD 🏆 Race Awards & Age Groups
Awards will be presented to the 1st Place Male & Female finishers in overall and age group categories:
Overall 1st Place (Male & Female): $25 Adelphia Sports Bar Gift Card, $25 Taylor Books Gift Card, Friends of Spring Hill Merch, and a Stacie Bowman Arboretum Print. Age Group Categories (Male & Female First-Place Finishers): Stacie Bowman Arboretum Print
14 & Under 15–18 19–25 26–35 36–45 46–55 56–65 Seniors (66+) ⏰ Schedule & Day-of Details
Location: Spring Hill Cemetery Administration Building (Start & Finish) 1:00 PM: Check-in, Race Number collection, and On-Site Registration open. 1:45 PM: Registration and Race Number pickup close. 2:00 PM: Race & Hike Start Time! 🅿️ Parking & Logistics
Signage and stewards will direct participants to designated parking at the East and West gates (up to a 1/2-mile walk to the start line). Carpooling from Laidley Field is encouraged.
🎟️ Registration & Entry Fees
Online Registration: $25 (Online registration closes Oct 20) Day-of / Live Registration: $35 (Cash or Check only; please arrive at 1:00 PM) 👉 Register Online Here
💚 Giving Back
After event expenses, 100% of proceeds go directly to the Friends of Spring Hill Cemetery Park & Arboretum for future tree planting and maintenance in the Mary Price Ratrie Arboretum. This 501(c)(3) non-profit works in cooperation with the City of Charleston to preserve, enhance, and develop this historic space for the entire community.
https://www.ratriearboretum.com/
Sponsored by Spring Hill Cemetery Commission
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