Trail Running calendar near Thomaston 2026-2027

Join Born to Be Wild on January 31, 2026 at McGuffey Nature Center in Newnan for 5K, 10K and a 1 mile fun run supporting local land and wildlife conservation. Family friendly with kids activities and the SCT mascot Flint the River Otter.

Tackle the Southern Singletrack Trail Series, four scenic trail races around Columbus, Georgia and east Alabama from Feb to Dec. Pick Short or Long series, run all four to compete for overall prizes and earn exclusive series swag.

A Beltline race at Lee + White on February 7, 2026 featuring a competitive 10K and a non-competitive 3K where strollers and dogs are welcome. It is the first event in the 2026 Race the Loop series.

Scenic lakefront trail loops at West Point Lake offer 5K and 10K options with limited field size, participant caps, and race swag, while a portion of proceeds supports Chattahoochee Riverkeeper.

Run scenic loops on a family cattle farm in Thomaston with 5k, 15k, and 50k options on a 3.1 mile loop through pasture and forest single track. All registrants get a long sleeve shirt and 15k and 50k runners receive a meal ticket.

Enjoy a scenic 5K trail run in Williamson that welcomes runners and walkers of all ages. Proceeds benefit Refuge Youth Ministry and their summer service trip to Camp Barnabas.

A time based trail event at Sweetwater Creek State Park on March 21, 2026 offering 7 hour and 11 hour endurance options. The race uses a marked four mile loop, a 7 eleven style aid station, and chip timing.

Canebrake is a multi day trail ultramarathon at Sweetwater Creek State Park near Atlanta, offering 100 and 200 mile looped courses on scenic trails. Staffed aid, a sleep station, hot food and pro chip timing keep runners supported.

Tackle gently rolling single track on a scenic 12.5 mile loop in Flovilla, GA on March 28, 2026. Choose 100 mile, 50 mile or 12 mile distances, enjoy crew friendly aid stations, and earn a buckle if you finish the 100 mile.

Join the Hop Into Spring 5K Run Walk at Hobbs Farm Park Greenway Trailhead in Carrollton, GA for a scenic paved 5K that benefits the Grimes Foundation. Register by Feb 28 to guarantee a race shirt.

A looped trail race at Dowdell's Knob in Pine Mountain GA offering 7K, 14K, and 21K options that benefit MercyMed of Columbus. The route runs over rocky and rooty singletrack with waterfalls, wildlife, a 1953 memorial rock and Elephant Rock..

Run a point to point 100K from Kennesaw Mountain to Stone Mountain, passing Atlanta landmarks from Piedmont Park to Turner Field. Expect rolling hills, urban trails and aid stations along the way.

Tackle the scenic Pine Mountain Trail at The Big 50, a point to point challenge through Roosevelt State Park with 50K and 25K courses and rugged climbs and descents. Finishers get a medal and a post race hotdog cookout.

Muddy Crudd's Ultra Trail Party at Shawmut Airport in Valley, Alabama offers riverfront 12 hour and 6 hour challenges, a 5K loop and the playful Ice Cream Mile. Finishers earn unique awards and a cash bonus awaits any new 12 hour course rec..

Run mixed trails at Underground Circus 100 with options from 6 hours to 100 miles and a no DNF spirit that lets you change distance mid race. 100 mile finishers earn a custom brass buckle and proceeds help people experiencing homelessness.

Push your limits at Last at the Lake on July 25, 2026 at West Point Lake, GA, running scenic 5K loops for a 50K or the Last Man Standing endurance contest. Entries are limited to 100 and registration fees rise after May 1.

Southern Fried 50/50 is a scenic trail ultramarathon in Columbus, Georgia, along the Fall Line Trace and RiverWalk. Aid stations serve fried chicken, Georgia watermelon and sweet tea, and summer heat can be a factor.

Trail race at Chewacla State Park in Auburn, Alabama, offering 5K and 10K singletrack loops. The event supports Valley Rescue Mission and includes a race shirt, finisher award, and on-course and finish aid stations.

Experience the Standing Boy Trail Festival, a three day weekend of trail running in Columbus GA with a Night Time 5K, 10 mile, canicross 10 mile and 50K. Proceeds support the trails and every finisher gets a medal and shirt.

Take on a 10 mile intown trail through shaded pine and hardwood at Southside Park in Atlanta on Oct 3 2026, with twisty singletrack, steep descents and creek crossings. Proceeds support MTB Atlanta and local trail stewardship.