Trail Running calendar near Gadsden 2026-2027

Trail races on the Pinhoti Trail in Heflin Alabama include a point to point 50K, a 25K lollipop course, a 10K out and back and a Kids Fun Run, all finishing at Cahulga Creek Park.

The Georgia Allatoona Park Spring will take place in Acworth on Saturday 25 April 2026. You can run 7 miles.

Experience the beauty of Rocky Face Ridge Park at this annual trail race featuring a 10 mile loop with 2000 feet of elevation gain. Choose between 10 mile, 50k, or 50 mile distances with generous cutoffs and full support.

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.

A trail running fundraiser at Oak Mountain State Park with multiple distances including a 12 Hour Challenge and a 10K, plus a free kids half mile. Proceeds beyond basic expenses support Smile A Mile.

Trail races at Blevins Gap Land Trust near Huntsville offering 5K, 10K and a two-loop half marathon. The event is limited to 250 runners, is cupless, and includes a t-shirt and finisher medal.

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..

Trail race at Palisades Park in Oneonta offering 5K, 10K, 15K and 20K as loops of a 5K course; mixed park road and improved trail, optional tower climb awards a medal, and proceeds support OHS Cross Country and Palisades Park.

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.

Overview The In It For The Long Run event takes place in mid-May in Huntsville, Alabama. It is described as the first 24-hour running event in Huntsville. The event is held at Milton Frank Stadium, located at 2801 15th Ave SW. Event Format..

A trail race at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, AL, offering 6 mile and 12 mile courses on Saturday, May 23. Packet pickup is available the day before and the morning of the race, and active military may run free.

Race to the Lake in Pelham, AL is a 10 mile lollipop trail race at Oak Mountain State Park with technical single track, steep climbs, about 2k vertical gain and one halfway aid station. Registration closes Jun 5 and a $5 cash park fee appli..

Experience a 5k trail race through the Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve on a course featuring grass gravel and dirt paths. This Huntsville event is a featured part of the Huntsville Track Club Grand Prix series.

A two day event at Gadsden Battlefield featuring a 10k obstacle race, a Friday night rope climb, a kids challenge, and volunteer opportunities. Multiple registration categories include competitive and non competitive options.

A four race trail series in Huntsville, AL from June to August 2026 with distances from 5K to half marathon, aid stations on course, and pizza at the finish. Series bundles include shirts, awards, and a 250 runner cap.

A trail event in Huntsville offering 5K and 10K distances as the first race of the Wild Thangs Trail Series, capped at 400 runners with cupless race policy, aid stations, packet pickup, course views and on-site pizza at the finish.

A low-key trail event at Lula Lake Land Trust near Chattanooga offering an easy 5K and a more technical 15K with rope sections and a descent to Lula Falls. Hikers welcome; proceeds benefit the land trust.

An overnight 50-mile loop race at Hoover Sports Park East where runners complete twenty 2.5-mile laps. A central aid station serves each lap, pacers are allowed, and finishers within 16 hours receive a custom belt buckle.

Trail races through a private deer preserve in Altoona, AL offer 2, 4 and 10 mile options. The 10 mile includes three shooting stations with time penalties and is limited to 50 participants.

Celebrate the 4th of July at Oak Mountain State Park with an 8.2 mile run through Central Alabama. Join the Birmingham Track Club for this long standing holiday tradition and enjoy beautiful park scenery.