Trail Running calendar near Decatur 2025-2026

Join the Lobsterfest 5K in Huntsville on November 1 for a scenic run along the Aldridge Creek Greenway that welcomes walkers and runners of all ages. Support local charities and snag a race shirt by registering early.

Take on The Hill in Petersburg, a looped trail challenge offering 3, 6 or 12 hour timed runs on former horse trails with steep climbs. Join the Battle Run Family to support families of fallen military and children with disabilities.

Run Cathedral Caverns State Park on Nov 15 with 5K and 15K trail options, culminating in a lit cave out and back where runners grab a glow stick at the turnaround. All finishers earn a tri blend shirt and a finisher medal.

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..

Run the Dizzy Fifties at scenic Monte Sano State Park with 50K, 20 mile or 10 mile looped routes featuring big climbs and a lively pavilion aid station. Join the Huntsville Track Club for a challenging and festive fall trail day.

Take on the Frozen Yeti at Monte Sano State Park on scenic 5 mile or 10 mile trail routes that showcase bluff views, creek crossings and waterfalls. Limited to 400 runners, this winter trail kickoff includes a tri blend race shirt and finis..

Winter Wild Thangs Trail Series at Monte Sano State Park features three winter trail race days with distances from 5 miles to 30K amid bluff views, creek crossings and waterfalls. Expect well stocked aid stations, pizza at the finish and a..

Celebrate year end with the Recover From the Holidays 50K in Huntsville, a challenging ultramarathon on rolling grass trails with big climbs and a strict nine hour cutoff. Finishers earn a Santa sanctioned hoodie.

Run the Frozen Trash Panda at Monte Sano State Park with 10K and half marathon options, scenic bluffs, creek crossings, and waterfalls. Part of the Winter Wild Thangs series, capped at 400 runners, and cupless so bring your own bottle or cu..

Frozen Goat at Monte Sano State Park serves up bluff views, creek crossings and waterfalls across 4 mile, 15K and 30K trail options. Limited to 400 runners, this winter series race delivers scenic challenge and solid on course support.

The Huntsville Slam is an endurance challenge from the Huntsville Track Club that asks runners to complete four designated races between November and January. Complete all four to earn a custom embroidered Lululemon finisher garment.

Tackle Monte Sano's Mountain Mist 50K, a rugged trail challenge in Huntsville, AL, with rocky single track, creek crossings, and big climbs finishing through McKay Hollow. Limited spots make it a must for experienced trail runners.

Run scenic single track trails and bluff overlooks around Guntersville State Park with options of 50K, half marathon, or 5K in a friendly field capped at 350. This cupless event offers multiple spectator vantage points and beautiful lake vi..

Celebrate the 20th annual Delano Park ultra in Decatur AL March 7, 2026, with 50 mile and 12 hour solo and relay options on a USATF certified 1 mile unpaved loop. Aid, custom plaques, and shirts create a friendly, festival like race day vib..

Run the fourth annual Singing River Runs in Mooresville AL on April 11, 2026 to support the planned 200 plus mile Singing River Trail. Choose 25K, 10K or 5K on shaded dirt and gravel riverfront routes with awards for all.

Explore Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge near Mooresville Alabama with 100 Mile, 100K and 50K options on soft gravel and dirt roads through birding and wildflower areas. Proceeds benefit the refuge and every finisher earns a blue heron meda..

Rim Runner Trail Races in Sewanee, TN on April 11 to 12, 2026 showcase rugged rim top trails with sweeping cove views. Choose from 100 Miler, 50 Miler, 50K or Half Marathon and earn unique steel buckles and branded barrel staves.

Experience the rolling hills of Campbellsville at Run The Rolling Hills Trail Race in Pulaski, Tennessee on the last Saturday in April. Choose from 10K, 5K or a kids one mile and enjoy scenic cross country trails for all ages.

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.

Trussville Trail Run The Trussville Trail Run is set for Saturday, May 16, 2026. It is the 13th annual running of the event and is described as Alabama's only 6K trail run. The course is hosted at the Trussville Sports Complex, with both st..