Trail Running calendar near Mountain Brook 2025-2026

Event overview McClellan Madness is an 8-hour and 4-hour trail running event held at the McClellan Bike Trails in Anniston, Alabama (460 Brigadier D H Stem Ave). The event marks its fifth anniversary in 2026. The course normally runs clockw..

Run Thunder Kiss in Sterrett, Alabama, a rugged single track trail event with 100 mile, 100K and 20 mile options that wind ridgelines, rocks, roots and a waterfall. Enjoy aid stations, event swag and finisher awards.

Test your endurance on the Southern States 200, a point to point 200 mile trail run along the Pinhoti Trail from Dalton, Georgia to the summit of Mount Cheaha. Rugged mountain terrain, hearty aid support and a 100 hour time limit.

Choose 25K or a challenging 50K through Oak Mountain State Park single track trails in Pelham. Courses climb to Double Oak Mountain, pass Peavine Falls and Shackleford Point for rewarding scenery.

Run scenic single track around Lake Martin at Russell Crossroads near Alexander City, Alabama in early April 2026. Options include 27, 50, or 100 miles over looped trails with aid stations and race support.

Join the Singing River Runs on April 11, 2026 in Mooresville AL for scenic packed dirt and gravel courses along the river, supporting the Singing River Trail. Choose 5K, 10K or 25K and enjoy shaded routes and awards for finishers.

Run through Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge on crushed gravel and dirt roads at the Blue Heron Hundreds on April 11, 2026. Choose 50K, 100K or 100 mile distances, enjoy birding and wildflowers and support the refuge.

Choose 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K or half marathon along the scenic Chief Ladiga Trail as routes wind through wetlands, forests and cross briefly into Georgia. Finishers get buckles or medals and a festive finish with food, music and aid.

Run the scenic Pinhoti Trail at Rockin Choccolocco in Heflin, AL, with 50K, 25K, 10K and a kids fun run. Expect single track, creek crossings and sweeping forest views for a true spring trail adventure.

Run for Kids Challenge at Oak Mountain State Park The Run for Kids Challenge is an annual trail running event held at the Cedar Pavilion in Oak Mountain State Park. The event includes the following distances: 10K 12-Hour Challenge Kids Hal..

Hit the trails at Palisades Park in Oneonta for Race to the Tower, with 5K, 10K, 15K and 20K over scenic park roads and improved trail. Finish by climbing the tower for a finisher medal while supporting OHS Cross Country.

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..

Event overview The Memorial Day Trail Race takes place on Memorial Day Weekend, on Saturday, May 23. It is race number 3 of the Southeastern Trail Series. The event offers two distances: 6 mile (course measured at about 6.76 miles) 12 mile..

The Night Howler 50 is an overnight 50 mile ultramarathon in Hoover Alabama run on a 2.5 mile loop that requires 20 laps. Finish within 16 hours to earn the belt buckle and enjoy full aid station support as you tackle laps under the stars.

Join the 45th annual Peavine Falls Run at Oak Mountain State Park on July 4, 2026 for a scenic 8.2 mile course around the falls. Hosted by the Birmingham Track Club, this midsummer run is a festive way to challenge yourself.