Chief Ladiga 100

Jacksonville, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Event overview

The Chief Ladiga 100 is a multi-distance trail and paved event held in Jacksonville, Alabama, organized by Zombie Trail Races. Distances offered include:

  • 100 Mile
  • 50 Mile
  • 50K
  • Half Marathon (13.1)

The event uses the Chief Ladiga Trail and nearby segments, with routes that cross into Georgia and return to the Jacksonville Community Center. The race is in its fifth year.

Course and logistics

The course runs through wetlands, streams, forests, farmlands and foothills of the Appalachians, using smooth paved sections on the Silver Comet trail toward Nathan Dean Park in Rockmart, GA. Total elevation gain and loss for the 100-mile course is around 3,500 ft. Aid stations total 14 and are spaced no more than 8 miles apart; crews can access most but not all aid stations. The 100-mile race has a 32-hour cutoff. Entrants receive a race t-shirt, and finishers receive a buckle or finisher medal. Food, beverages and music are provided at the finish area. Jacksonville is located off I-20 between Atlanta, GA and Birmingham, AL. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 mi
3500 m+
100 Mile
50 mi
50 Mile
50 km
50k
13 mi
Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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