FREE Ridenour Preserve – 5K/10K/Bike Race 2026 — Nitro, WV
FREE Ridenour Preserve takes place at Ridenour Lake in Nitro, West Virginia on June 20, 2026. The event offers running distances of 1 mile and 5K, plus a 10K option, alongside a bike race component. With a 10:00 AM start time and zero entry fee, this is an accessible option for runners and cyclists of all levels looking to compete without registration costs. The lakeside venue provides a natural setting for the races. Whether you're doing a short 1-mile warm-up, testing yourself at 5K, or tackling the longer 10K distance, this free event presents an opportunity to race and connect with local endurance athletes in the Nitro area.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 20.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Nitro, WV. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is FREE Ridenour Preserve – 5K/10K/Bike Race 2026 — Nitro, WV?
FREE Ridenour Preserve – 5K/10K/Bike Race 2026 — Nitro, WV takes place on June 20, 2026. The race is held in Nitro, West Virginia.
Where is FREE Ridenour Preserve – 5K/10K/Bike Race 2026 — Nitro, WV held?
FREE Ridenour Preserve – 5K/10K/Bike Race 2026 — Nitro, WV is held at Ridenour Lake in Nitro, West Virginia.
Where can I find hotels near FREE Ridenour Preserve – 5K/10K/Bike Race 2026 — Nitro, WV?
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