Trail Running calendar near Alabaster 2026-2027

Event Overview The ASF 5K, officially called the ASF 5.56K Run, takes place in Hoover, Alabama. The event supports the Alabama SWAT Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by current SWAT officers. Course Details The route is a 5.56 km..

Trail race at Oak Mountain State Park on March 7, 2026. Choose a single 3 mile lap or two laps for 6 miles; each lap gains about 450 feet and features shaded single track and a ridge climb.

The Thunder Kiss offers 100-mile, 100K, and 20-mile trail races on a looped single-track course at Double Oak Park, AL. Runners face rocky, root-filled terrain with significant elevation change and a waterfall, all within a 36-hour cutoff...

The Southern States 200 & 100 is a multi-day ultramarathon traversing Georgia and Alabama. Runners must navigate with a GPX device and carry mandatory safety gear. The event has a structured policy for refunds, transfers, and potential date..

A 5K trail run at Lagoon Park in Montgomery on March 21, 2026, benefiting maintenance and upgrades to the park trails. The event includes post race refreshments, awards for multiple age groups, and discounted registration for first responde..

The 25th annual Oak Mountain 50K offers trail runs through Alabama's largest state park. Runners traverse forested hills past a 65-foot waterfall and the park's highest point. The event features 50K, 25K, and 6-mile distances on non-repeati..

A 12-hour open-course ultra on an approximately 1-mile private loop at Whitewater Ranch near the Mulberry Fork. Individual and 2- or 4-person team formats, RFID chip timing, aid station, crew/camping sites, finisher medal and awards.

Trail runners head to Lake Martin in Alabama for the 50 mile and 50K races on April 4, 2026. The scenic course starts and finishes at Russell Crossroads.

Run the country's longest paved trail at the Chief Ladiga 100 in Jacksonville, Alabama. Choose from four distances, including a 100-mile out-and-back course through scenic wetlands and farmlands. Enjoy crew-friendly support and a festive fi..

Run the Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K on April 11, 2026 at Black Creek Park in Fultondale. The course follows the historic Five Mile Creek Greenway, a scenic Rails to Trails route with shaded paths. Registration is open for all three distances.

A 5K trail race at Big Canoe Creek Nature Preserve on April 11, 2026, with a separate kids fun run and T-shirt purchase option. Proceeds support trail maintenance, wildlife protection, and outdoor education.

A 5K Run/Walk at Noccalula Falls on April 11, 2026 supporting Etowah County School Foundation student scholarships. The gravel course uses Noccalula Falls Multi-Use Trails and has an entry fee of $30 with registration closing April 9.

Run the scenic, technical trails of Cahaba Mountain at the RDM Trail Race. Choose a 5-mile or 5K loop through the Appalachian foothills. All finishers get a medal, and the event welcomes runners, ruckers, and hikers alike.

This annual trail event on Alabama's scenic Pinhoti Trail offers 50K, 25K, and 10K distances. Runners will experience flowing single-track through the Talladega National Forest. All finishers receive a medal, with awards for top performers.

A challenging 5K trail run or hike in Oak Mountain State Park. The technical course features creek crossings, rock scrambles, and a pass by Peavine Falls. It finishes with a fast section on West Ridge.

Run for a cause at Oak Mountain State Park. Choose a 10K, a 12-hour endurance challenge, or a free kids' half-mile run. All events support Smile-A-Mile's work with families facing childhood cancer.

Run to the "MAX" for Mental Health is a 5k trail run and 1-mile walk in Gadsden, Alabama. The event supports mental health awareness and raises funds for free counseling in the community. It features a scenic but technical course through th..

Run through Palisades Park on a trail and road course with distances from 5K to 20K. A unique feature is the optional tower climb to collect your finisher's medal at the top. The event supports local cross country and park initiatives.

This 13th annual trail run in Trussville offers Alabama's only 8K trail race. Starting and finishing at the Senior Citizens Center, it supports the Troy Ellis Foundation.

Hit the trails at Oak Mountain State Park for the Memorial Day Trail Run. Choose between a 6-mile or 12-mile course on a new route for 2025. Active military can run for free, and awards are given for top finishers across multiple age groups..