In The Heat Of The Night

Anniston, United States • 9 Aug 2025

In the Heat of the Night is a unique night trail running event held in Anniston, Alabama, featuring distances of 10K, 25K, 50K, and 100K. The race takes place on a loop course through the Talladega Forest roads and the Pinhoti Trail, starting at Frog Pond Overlook. Runners experience a challenging terrain of maintained dirt and gravel forest roads, with significant elevation gains varying by distance. The 100K race, Alabama’s first night 100K trail race, involves four loops and nearly 8,000 feet of elevation gain. Aid stations provide food and water, and the event emphasizes a festive atmosphere with music, food, and sunrise celebrations at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
7920 m+
100k
50 km
3950 m+
50k
25 km
1980 m+
25k
10 km
596 m+
10k
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