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King of the Mountain

Name: King of the Mountain
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: Pelham

Pelham, United States • 15 Aug 2026

Event Details

The King of the Mountain is a 5k running event. It is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026.

Location

The event takes place at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama. The specific start point is the North Trailhead within the park.

Course Description

The course covers a distance of 3.1 miles. It features approximately 1,100 feet of elevation gain and loss on the rugged terrain of Oak Mountain. The event is described as a demanding trail run.

Registration

Registration for the 5k is listed at a price of $20. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alabama Pelham

Race information

Registration

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Saturday May 2

Peavine Falls & Climbs 5K

Pelham

5 km

A challenging 5K trail run or hike in Oak Mountain State Park. The technical course features creek crossings, rock scrambles, and a pass by Peavine Falls. It finishes with a fast section on West Ridge.

Saturday May 9

Run For Kids Challenge

Pelham

Backyard Ultra

10 km

50 km

A trail running fundraiser at Oak Mountain State Park with multiple distances including a 12 Hour Challenge and a 10K, plus a free kids half mile. Proceeds beyond basic expenses support Smile A Mile.

Saturday May 16

Trussville Trail Run

Trussville

8 km

This 13th annual trail run in Trussville offers Alabama's only 8K trail race. Starting and finishing at the Senior Citizens Center, it supports the Troy Ellis Foundation.

Saturday May 23

Memorial Day Trail Run

Pelham

6 mi

12 mi

A trail race at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, AL, offering 6 mile and 12 mile courses on Saturday, May 23. Packet pickup is available the day before and the morning of the race, and active military may run free.