Alabama
Alabama Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Alabama for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 59 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Alabama below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
An urban trail event on August 15, 2026 in Columbus, Georgia offering 25K, 50K and 50 miles with river views, southern-style aid stations, and a 100-runner cap.
A rugged 5K trail race at Oak Mountain State Park that climbs and descends about 1,100 feet over 3.1 miles on single-track trails including Blue Trail, Outback Highway, and Eagles Nest. Awards include King and Queen, and runners under 40 minutes are..
A looped trail race at Oak Mountain State Park with long, steep climbs, mandatory water carry and aid stations at miles 4.83 and 7.84; options include a 10.76 mile lap or a two-lap 21.12 mile course.
Trail race at Monte Sano State Park on August 22, 2026 offering a half marathon and 10K as part of the Wild Thangs Trail Series.
Backyard ultra at Oak Mountain State Park with repeated 4.167 mile loops and about 500 ft climbing per lap; field capped at 100 runners.
A two hour loop challenge on the Oneonta High School cross country course where runners complete as many 1.35 mile loops as possible. Registration is free and donations at packet pickup support Oneonta High School Cross Country.
September 2026
A looped endurance event in Birmingham's Railroad Park where runners repeat an approximately 0.78 mile circuit with progressively shorter cutoffs until they stop or miss a cutoff. Awards go to the last three men and women and a portion of fees suppor..
Trail races in Sylacauga, AL on September 12, 2026 with 50 mile, 50K and 25K courses across the Pinhoti Trail and Sylaward Trails.
Trail 5K and 10K at Chewacla State Park in Auburn, AL on September 13, 2026, part of the Southern Singletrack series and benefiting Valley Rescue Mission.
Multi-day trail festival in Columbus GA with a night vertical 5K, a 10 mile loop race, a 50K of three loops, and a 10 mile canicross; proceeds support the trail system.
A 5K at Cathedral Caverns State Park near Woodville, AL on September 20, 2026, featuring a 0.6 mile out and back through a lit cave. Entries are limited to waves of 200 runners and registration carries a $45 fee.
A community fitness festival at Hays Farm Park in Huntsville on September 26, 2026. It features a certified half marathon, a timed 5K, a 1 mile community run, a short bike ride, pop up classes, vendors, and door prizes.
Trail 5K and 10K at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve in Pinson, AL with a pancake breakfast, optional waterfall tubing, and a 125-person field; proceeds support education.
October 2026
A day of bluegrass performances in Cottonwood, Alabama combined with a Varsity cross country meet and an open 5k, with tent and RV camping available without hookups.
Nighttime trail running at Cahaba River Park with 3 Hour and 6 Hour timed races, an Oktoberfest style Biergarten, food, and beer.
A 50K elimination race in Pelham, AL where competitors complete 31 one‑mile laps carrying a 20 pound kettlebell as lap time limits decrease.
A backyard ultra at Wade Mountain Preserve with repeating 4.167 mile loops; the last runner to complete a loop wins and finishers receive a shirt, cap and possible buckle.
Trail races at Lake Yahou in Anniston, AL offering 50K, 10 mile and 5.5 mile options, capped at 100 runners with aid stations and a cupless policy.
A seven-mile trail race on Monte Sano Mountain starting at Oak Park Recreation Center in Huntsville, AL, with pink-flag course markings, water at about miles 2 and 4, packet pick-up at Fleet Feet Huntsville, and a shirt plus finisher gift.
Trail marathon, half marathon and 10K in Huntsville on October 18, 2026 with cupless aid stations and included sweatshirt, medal and post-race meal.