Due to upcoming infrastructure improvements on the Deckers Creek Rail-Trail, that will close some sections in Morgantown city limits, event permits will NOT be issued now through December 31st. This notice is for event use on a section of the Deckers Creek Rail-Trail ONLY starting at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park and ending at Carnegie Street.…
Trail Work is Underway on section of the Mon River Rail-Trail from Little Falls (mile 18.5) to Opekiska Dam (mile 24). Trail will be closed from August 2- August 13 while trail is getting new compacted limestone surface. Thank You to our Funders!– Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation, Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust, Center for ActiveWV Grant…
The Imagination Running Wild Challenge is a challenge to explore all 48 miles of the Mon River / Caperton/ Deckers Creek Rail-Trail by end of 2020. There are a few limits, but many paths. This is for everyone; all cyclists, runners, walkers, in-line skaters, and cross-country skiers are invited! You can complete the entire rail-trail…
With your donations, we can bring art to the trails, lift our community spirits, and support local artists. With funding, we will have three shelters painted by different local artists. Each $500 will transform one shelter. You can donate online at: donation page
Thank You Monongalia County voters for your support! We sincerely appreciate your vote! Results are still unofficial but at this moment we have a strong 78% Vote YES! Your vote counted in saving the rail-trails and so many other special places in our county!! Happy Trails!
In light of the current outbreak of COVID-19, we have made the difficult decision to postpone the Deckers Creek Trail Half-Marathon originally scheduled for June 6, 2020 until the fall. The new event date is currently being determined and we will let you know as soon as possible. race info.
Thank you all that have donated to the Funds for the Fix-Its Campaign! Trail volunteers have been installed one at Star City, Prickett’s Fort, Masontown, and at the Van Voorhis Trailheads. An additional fix-it station will go in at Hazel Ruby McQuain Riverfront Park in Morgantown as part of the renovations and upgrades to the…
The Sheepskin Trail at the WV/PA state line is NOW OPEN! This 1.7 mile stretch connects the Mon River Rail-Trail to Point Marion, PA. Enjoy a two-state trail adventure and visit our newest Trail Town, Point Marion, Pennsylvania. Learn more about this trail at www.sheepskintrail.org