Trail Running calendar near Columbus 2026-2027

A timed 12 hour loop event at Oxbow Meadows in Columbus GA where runners repeat a one mile paved loop under shrinking time limits. The maximum possible distance is 50 miles and prize money is offered based on entrant totals.

A multi-terrain 5K at Montgomery Whitewater on June 20 featuring paved paths, gravel and natural surfaces, a post-race beverage and a commemorative shirt for registrations by June 8. Awards and family activities follow the race.

A trail event at West Point Lake featuring a Last Man Standing format of repeated 5K loops and a 50K race made of ten 5K laps. Entry is limited to 100 runners and finishers receive a medal and shirt.

A cross-country 5K and 1 mile fun run at Lane Southern Orchards in Fort Valley, GA, supporting Middle Georgia Toys for Tots. The grassy course runs through peach orchards and the event is part of the Run and See Georgia Grand Prix.

Trail ultramarathon in Columbus, Georgia with 25K, 50K and 50 mile options along the Fall Line Trace, Dragonfly Trail and RiverWalk. Aid stations serve regional foods and the field is capped at 100 runners.

A cross country season opener at the University of West Georgia with middle school, high school and community races, community fundraising through Carrollton Kiwanis, and awards for individual and team results.

Timed trail laps on a 4.37 mile loop at a working cattle farm near Thomaston, Georgia. Options include a one hour 4 mile race, plus four hour and eight hour formats with water refills and on-course food for longer races.

Trail races at Chewacla State Park on September 13, 2026 offer 5K and 10K singletrack loops. The event supports Valley Rescue Mission and includes race shirts, finish awards, aid stations, and a park day use fee.

A three day trail running festival at Standing Boy Trails in Columbus GA featuring a Night Time Vertical 5K, 10 mile races including canicross, and a 50K made of three 10 mile loops. Headlamps are required for the night race and parking is..

A self-supported 135 mile trail event in Griffin, GA on October 30, 2026, run as ten 13.5 mile loops with more than 20,000 feet of climb. No crew or pacers, strict 48 hour cutoff, and a private 4 by 8 foot staging area per runner.

A community running event in Newnan, GA supporting Pathways Center for Mental Health, using a 6-mile single-track loop with aid stations and options for 10K, half marathon, and 50K.

Trail races and a one mile kids fun run take place at Serenbe, Palmetto, Georgia on November 14, 2026, with age group prizes for the 5K and 10K, participation medals and shirts, warmup activities and on-site injury screening.

A two-loop trail race at Little Tallapoosa Park in Carrollton, Georgia, covering approximately 15K (9.3 miles). Timing cards record finish times; registration runs May 15–25, 2026 with a $30 entry fee.

A 34 hour ultrarunning event on a two mile loop at Shawmut Airport in Valley, Alabama that supports the town carousel tradition. Finishers receive awards and runners who reach 100 miles earn a custom belt buckle.

Experience an old school ultra marathon through the rocky single track trails of FDR State Park. Choose between 19 and 40 mile distances on a rolling course located just an hour from Atlanta.

A community 5K, 10K and 1-mile Fun Run at McGuffey Nature Center on December 12, 2026 that raises funds for land conservation and wildlife protection. Family friendly with awards by age group and a mascot appearance.

A trail event at F.D.R. State Park in Pine Mountain, Georgia offering a Half Marathon and a 10K on December 13, 2026 with rugged singletrack, a race hoodie and finisher award, and proceeds benefiting local park and animal groups.

An elimination-style race in Molena, GA where runners must complete a 4 mile loop with 1000 feet of gain each hour to remain in competition for up to eight hours. Prizes are awarded after each lap and registrants receive a 2027 Revolution R..

A point to point 50K trail race in Delta, Alabama finishing at the Cheaha State Park summit. Mostly single track through Talladega National Forest with multiple aid stations and a 9 hours 30 min time limit.

A scenic 5K and 10K at Russell Crossroads on Lake Martin, Alabama, held February 27, 2027, with the 10K reaching viewpoints atop Heaven Hill; proceeds support the Alexander City Schools Education Foundation.