Trail Running calendar near Gadsden 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...

Explore the scenic trails of McLemore Cove near Chickamauga, GA, with 10K, 30K, and 50K race options. The courses start at Mountain Cove Farms and climb Pigeon Mountain, passing notable landmarks. A Georgia WMA license is required for all p..

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..

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.

McKay Hollow Madness returns for its 19th year on the trails of Monte Sano. Choose the technical 25k or 12k course, featuring infamous sections like Death Trail. This cupless race demands self sufficiency over its challenging, muddy terrain..

Test your limits at Whitewater Ranch with a 12 hour trail race on a scenic 1 mile loop. Compete solo or in teams as you track your distance against the backdrop of the Black Warrior River.

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.

Experience the 10th annual Iron Hill trail run at Red Top Mountain State Park. Choose between two distances on a course featuring single track trails and old fire road beds through the Georgia woods.

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..

General Information The Blue Heron Hundreds is an ultramarathon event held at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge in Mooresville, Alabama. The event includes distances of 100 miles, 100K, and 50K. A donation from the race will be made to the W..

Run for a cause on the scenic dirt roads near the river in Mooresville. The Singing River Runs features 25K, 10K, and 5K distances, with every finisher earning an award. Stay after your race to enjoy music and cheer on ultramarathoners.

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.

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

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.

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.