Trail Running calendar near Tuscaloosa 2025-2026

Pinhoti 100 is a rugged 100 mile trail through Alabama's Talladega National Forest with mostly single track and a 32 hour cutoff. A Western States qualifier, it finishes at Sylaward Trail Head and awards buckles to finishers.

Take on the Kettlebell Kountdown at Oak Mountain State Park on Nov 1, 2025. Carry a 20 pound kettlebell around repeating one mile loops as time limits shrink in this elimination style 50K that rewards grit and strategy.

Run rugged trails and see Peavine Falls at XTERRA Appalachian Trail Fest in Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham, Alabama on Nov 8, 2025. Take on 35K or 18K qualifiers or join family 5K events, then relax with bluegrass and local crafts.

Course The event uses the rolling terrain of an old golf course with significant elevation changes and varied surface types. The race begins with a steep cart path climb. A cross-tie run-up leads to an old tee box. The route also includes t..

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..

Take on Death by 5k: ten 5 km races in 24 hours at Oak Mountain State Park with night running and short recovery windows. Expect hot meals, camping options, great camaraderie, and a custom coffin for finishers.

Blood Rock at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama on December 5 to 7 2025 serves rugged single track and scenic lake views with course options from 25K to 100 mile. Aid stations every 5 to 7 miles and hot food overnight create a welc..

Celebrate New Year at Oak Mountain with Run Undead Ultra, choosing from multiple ultramarathon distances on a flat 5 mile loop. Party with nonstop music, a midnight ball drop, karaoke, and finisher medals including a 100 mile buckle.

The Gambler is a lap style last runner standing on a 2 mile loop at Oak Mountain State Park where each lap must be finished in 40 minutes. Earn poker chips each lap to cash out or push on for the Last Man Standing Bucket and a 100 mile buck..

Join the ASF 5K at Brocks Gap Brewing for a scenic loop through Black Creek Mountain Bike Park, including a dusk trail section that requires a headlamp. Limited to 300 runners, featuring heavy divisions with a 35 lb vest or ruck option.

Thunder Kiss on March 14 at Double Oak Park near Birmingham serves rugged single track with ridge running, rocks, roots and a waterfall. Choose 100 Mile, 100K or 20 Mile loops for a challenging, scenic trail day.

Tackle rugged single track trails and big views at the Oak Mountain 50K and 25K in Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham AL on March 28, 2026. Expect challenging climbs, aid stations, a finisher medal and unforgettable scenery.

Take on scenic trails at Oak Mountain State Park with a family friendly kids half, a 10K, or a 12 hour endurance challenge. Run lakeside loops, grab event swag, and support Smile A Mile as the event has raised over $100,000 for kids.

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..

Celebrate Memorial Day on May 23 at Belcher Tract with 6 or 12 mile trail courses around Belcher, Demopolis and Summit Lakes. Part of the Southeastern Trail Series, the scenic race features electronic ankle timing and on course hydration.

Run under the stars in the Night Howler 50, a 50 mile ultramarathon of twenty 2.5 mile laps at Hoover Sports Park that starts at sunset and sends runners through mostly dark trails. Bring a headlamp and your own cup, chase the 16 hour cutof..

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.

Take on the Pinhoti Trail at the 10th annual Rebecca Mountain races in Sylacauga, AL. Choose the 50 Miler or 50K point to point from Porter's Gap to Lake Howard for a scenic, rugged trail challenge.