Trail Running calendar near Huntsville 2026-2027

A two-race trail event near Huntsville that pairs a steep uphill 5K with a net downhill chip timed 10K; both races must be entered for a bib and proceeds support childhood cancer research.

Trail races on Signal Mountain with 50K and 10 mile options featuring mostly single track, scenic gorge views, multiple aid stations, published cutoffs, on site vendor demos, and camping at the start finish fields.

A multi-lap ultrarun at Delano Park in Decatur, Alabama, run on a USATF-certified 1.00 mile loop. Options include 50-mile solo, 12-hour solo, and 12-hour relays with on-course aid, facilities, and personalized finisher plaques.

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..

A rugged trail marathon and 25K at Savage Gulf State Natural Area with steep climbs, rocky technical terrain, stream crossings and a rucking division. Marathon entry requires prior marathon completion and entries are limited.

Run the scenic trails of Chickasaw Trace Park in Tennessee. This event features 5K and 15K distances, with proceeds supporting local park preservation. Participants receive a free shirt and refreshments on the course.

Half marathon and 5-mile trail races on the Flipper Bend Trail at Signal Mountain TN with proceeds supporting North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park and the Cumberland Trail. A post-run party includes beverages and chili.

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..

A 12-hour open-course ultra on an approximately 1-mile private loop at Whitewater Ranch near the Mulberry Fork. Individual and 2- or 4-person team formats, RFID chip timing, aid station, crew/camping sites, finisher medal and awards.

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..

Trail ultramarathon at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge with 100 mile, 100K and 50K options on a 15.5 mile loop through prime birding and wildflower areas.

A benefit road-and-trail event in Mooresville on April 11, 2026 featuring shaded packed dirt courses for 25K, 10K and 5K that support the Singing River Trail and include awards and post-race music and snacks.

A multi distance trail event in Sewanee, Tennessee, running long loops along the West Rim and West Side trails. Courses include large elevation gains and unique awards such as layered steel buckles and whiskey barrel staves.

Event Overview The Snaketail 50 is a trail running event supporting the Swan Conservation Trust, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving ecosystems in the Western Highland Rim. The event takes place in Summertown, Tennessee. There are multiple..

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 community trail race at Preservation Park in Thompson's Station, TN, offering flagged 5K and 10K looped courses. Proceeds benefit New To You, with 100 percent of funds supporting local foster children, and foster families register for fre..

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.

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.

Scenic City Trail Race in Chattanooga on May 9, 2026 uses a measured 6.65 mile loop for full and half marathons. Proceeds benefit Wild Trails, a local 501(c)(3) trail organization.