Trail Running calendar near Alabaster 2025-2026

Run rugged singletrack at Oak Mountain State Park on November 7 and 8, 2025 during XTERRA Appalachian Trail Fest, featuring 35K and 18K XTERRA World Championship qualifier races plus family and youth 5K options. Stick around for bluegrass,..

Course The event uses the rolling terrain of an old golf course with significant elevation changes and varied surface types. The race begins with a steep cart path climb. A cross-tie run-up leads to an old tee box. The route also includes t..

Explore Red Mountain Park at the BUTS Bearly Ultra on Nov 15 with 13.5 mile or double loop 27 mile options across root filled single track, old rail beds and scenic overlooks. Stocked aid stations and park support make for a rugged but welc..

Blood Rock at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama on December 5 to 7 2025 serves rugged single track and scenic lake views with course options from 25K to 100 mile. Aid stations every 5 to 7 miles and hot food overnight create a welc..

Celebrate New Year's Eve at the Run Undead Ultra Trail Party in Oak Mountain State Park. Choose from multiple ultra distances on a roughly five mile loop while music, a midnight ball drop, and party activities keep spirits high.

Kick off 2026 with a scenic 6K trail run through Trussville Trails along the Cahaba River at the Trussville Sports Complex. Open to runners and ruckers, the fun event supports Designs for Hope and offers race shirts for early registrants.

Run a certified 5K or 10K over scenic sand, clay and gravel roads around Lake Martin, starting and finishing at Russell Crossroads. Finish with a Grits Bar and live music and help support the Alexander City Schools Education Foundation.

Run a scenic point to point 50K through the Pinhoti, Skyway and Silent trails in Talladega National Forest, passing creeks, lakes and overlooks. Finish atop Cheaha Mountain at Cheaha State Park for sweeping views and a hard earned medal.

Join the ASF 5K at Brocks Gap Brewing for a scenic loop through Black Creek Mountain Bike Park, including a dusk trail section that requires a headlamp. Limited to 300 runners, featuring heavy divisions with a 35 lb vest or ruck option.

Thunder Kiss on March 14 at Double Oak Park near Birmingham serves rugged single track with ridge running, rocks, roots and a waterfall. Choose 100 Mile, 100K or 20 Mile loops for a challenging, scenic trail day.

Challenge yourself on the Southern States 200, a 203 mile point to point mountain trail across the Pinhoti Trail, finishing atop Mount Cheaha. Expect big climbs, rugged singletrack and generous aid as you race the 100 hour cutoff.

Tackle rugged single track trails and big views at the Oak Mountain 50K and 25K in Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham AL on March 28, 2026. Expect challenging climbs, aid stations, a finisher medal and unforgettable scenery.

Run scenic single track around Lake Martin near Alexander City, AL the first weekend of April 2026. Choose 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K or 27 mile distances on 25 mile loops with full aid station support; register by March 31.

Run the scenic Chief Ladiga Trail from Jacksonville Alabama to Rockmart Georgia on April 11 2026 with races from a half marathon to 100 miles. Paved trail, frequent aid stations and a 32 hour cutoff welcome ultrarunners of all paces.

Run the scenic Pinhoti Trail through Talladega National Forest with 50K, 25K, 10K and a kids fun run finishing at Cahulga Creek Park. Expect single track, creek crossings and overlooks, plus aid stations and post race awards for finishers.

Take on scenic trails at Oak Mountain State Park with a family friendly kids half, a 10K, or a 12 hour endurance challenge. Run lakeside loops, grab event swag, and support Smile A Mile as the event has raised over $100,000 for kids.

Challenge yourself on scenic park roads and improved trails at Palisades Park. Choose 5K, 10K, 15K or 20K loop options, support OHS Cross Country, and enjoy tower views and a festive small town atmosphere.

Join the 13th annual Trussville Trail Run on Saturday May 16 2026 for an energetic 8K through scenic trails at Trussville Sports Complex. All proceeds benefit the Troy Ellis Foundation and the race welcomes runners of all levels.

Celebrate Memorial Day on May 23 at Belcher Tract with 6 or 12 mile trail courses around Belcher, Demopolis and Summit Lakes. Part of the Southeastern Trail Series, the scenic race features electronic ankle timing and on course hydration.

Run under the stars in the Night Howler 50, a 50 mile ultramarathon of twenty 2.5 mile laps at Hoover Sports Park that starts at sunset and sends runners through mostly dark trails. Bring a headlamp and your own cup, chase the 16 hour cutof..