Trail Running calendar near Alexander City 2026-2027

A 5k trail run at Oak Mountain State Park featuring three on-course donut stations and a 3-mile loop with nearly 1,000 feet of climbing; post-race drinks and a finisher shirt and coffee mug are included.

White Plains Chocolate 5K Saturday Feb 7 2026 in Anniston invites runners to a scenic trail through community hills, starting and finishing at White Plains HS. Proceeds support the track teams and the race includes timing and awards.

A small-field trail race at West Point Lake with scenic 5K and 10K loops on Turkey Run Trail. The event is capped at 90 runners, includes a custom BOCO cap for each participant, and donates a portion of proceeds to Chattahoochee Riverkeeper..

Join the Alabama Nature Center on Feb 21 for the Critter Crawl 5K trail run and a one mile Yeti Dash with costume required for medal eligibility. Enjoy music, food, vendors and family friendly fun while supporting ANC education programs.

A 10K and 5K through Russell Forest near Lake Martin on February 28, 2026, on a certified sand, clay and gravel course. The race benefits the Alexander City Schools Education Foundation and finishes near The Stables with a Grits Bar and liv..

A point to point 50K finishing at Cheaha State Park summit, Alabama's highest point. The course runs mostly on single track through the Pinhoti, Skyway, and Silent trails with multiple aid stations and varied trail terrain.

Join the ASF 5K in Hoover for a 5.56k course that loops through Black Creek Mountain Bike Park and finishes at Brocks Gap Brewery. Night trail sections and heavy divisions with 35 lb vests add a fun challenge with only 300 spots.

A 3 mile loop around Tranquility Lake with a 6 mile two-lap option on March 7, 2026 at Oak Mountain State Park, featuring singletrack, a ridge climb, an aid station for second laps, and postrace food and beverages.

Trail races at Double Oak Park on March 14, 2026 offering 100 mile, 100K and 20 mile loop formats with major elevation gain, mostly single track terrain, and staffed aid stations.

Take on rugged Southern trails with 100 or 200 mile ultramarathons across Georgia and Alabama from March 18 to 22, 2026. Expect remote terrain, mandatory navigation gear and a gender specific technical shirt included.

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..

Trail event at Oak Mountain State Park near Pelham, AL offering 50K, 25K and 6 mile options on mostly single-track trails. Courses include two climbs to Double Oak Mountain and pass Peavine Falls and other park landmarks.

Join the Hop Into Spring 5K Run Walk at Hobbs Farm Park Greenway Trailhead in Carrollton, GA for a scenic paved 5K that benefits the Grimes Foundation. Register by Feb 28 to guarantee a race shirt.

Trail ultramarathon at Russell Lands on Lake Martin in Alexander City, AL with 50 mile and 50K options. The course uses a 25.09 mile loop with runnable trails, multiple aid stations, and a notable climb at Heaven Hill.

Multiple trail and paved race distances in Jacksonville AL on the Chief Ladiga Trail. The 100 mile is an out and back to Nathan Dean Park with aid stations roughly every eight miles.

A looped trail race at Dowdell's Knob in F D Roosevelt State Park offering 7K, 14K and 21K on a 4.3 mile boot shaped loop. The field is limited to 75 runners and proceeds benefit MercyMed of Columbus.

Run through shaded, wooded trail sections of Five Mile Creek Greenway at the Highlands College Half Marathon, 10K and 5K in Fultondale, Alabama on April 11, 2026. Choose your distance and enjoy a scenic, supportive race day.

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.

The Etowah County School Foundation Student Scholarship 5K will take place in Gadsden on Saturday 11 April 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Trail race in Trussville, AL with 5K, 5-mile and 10-mile options on mostly single-track trails. The course features switchbacks, two aid stations, a 125-competitor cap, and a recommendation for trail shoes.