Trail Running calendar near Alexander City 2026-2027

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..

Experience the natural beauty of Montgomery at the Beaver Trail 5K. Run through the scenic Lagoon Park Trails and enjoy a post race celebration with refreshments and awards while supporting local trail maintenance.

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..

Participate in a scenic run or walk along the paved paths of Hobbs Farm Park in Carrollton. This community 5K supports the Grimes Foundation and offers awards across multiple age groups.

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..

Loop the scenic "Boot Top" trail at F.D. Roosevelt State Park. Choose from 7K, 14K, or 21K distances on rocky, rolling singletrack. The small-field event supports a local charity and finishes with sweeping valley views.

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.

Celebrate a decade of The Big 50 with a point to point journey across the entire Pine Mountain Trail. Runners can tackle the 50K or 25K through Georgia's largest state park, finishing with a community picnic. Shuttle buses connect the start..

Experience a riverside trail event in Valley featuring 12 hour and 6 hour endurance challenges or a scenic 5K run. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere with unique finisher awards and $100 prizes for new course records.

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.