Trail Running calendar near Albany 2025-2026

Hit the Standing Boy Trail Festival for scenic runs on a 10 mile loop with races from a 50K to a 5 miler and debut canicross. Finishers get a medal and festival socks while proceeds benefit the Standing Boy trail system.

Join the Swamp Forest Trail Run in Tallahassee on Jan 3, 2026 for scenic single track and rolling trails through swamps, pine and oak forests. Options: quarter marathon 6.8 mile, half 13.6 mile or 20 mile challenge; limited to 150 runners.

See the World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee on Jan 10 2026 at Apalachee Regional Park, with elite races alongside community 2 km and 4 km fun runs and a kids race. All fun run finishers receive a replica medal.

Run scenic riverwalks between Columbus GA and Phenix City AL at the Southern Freeze on Jan 24, 2026 with 25k, 50k and 50 mile options. Finish at Scofflaw Brewing and warm up with hearty aid station fare plus a beanie and finisher medal.

Southern Fried 50/50 is a scenic trail ultramarathon in Columbus Georgia in August, offering 25K, 50K and 50 mile routes along the Fall Line Trace. Expect river views and Southern aid stations serving fried chicken, watermelon and sweet tea..