Lake Martin 50

Alexander City, United States • 4 Apr 2026

Event details

The Lake Martin trail event takes place over the first weekend of April 2026 at Russell Crossroads, 17 Russell Farms Road, Alexander City, AL. Distances offered include:

  • 100 Mile
  • 50 Mile
  • 50K
  • 27 Mile

Online registration closes on March 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM CT. Shirt orders close on March 23, 2026. There is no race-day registration. Packet pickup is available the day before the race and the morning of the race at the Cabin start area.

Course and logistics

The course is built from three 25-mile loops arranged in a connected pattern with aid stations at the loop junctions. Each 25-mile loop is about 75% single track, 5% double-track carriage paths, roughly 4.5 miles of gravel roads, and no paved road sections. Aid stations are located at the Cabin (start/finish) and Heaven Hill; by trail they are about 5 to 7 miles apart, and by road they are about 3 miles apart. The 100-mile race includes 18 full-service aid stops based on the loop structure.

Race rules and support: 100-mile runners may use pacers after 50 miles; 50- and 27-mile runners may not have pacers. Pacers must sign a liability release and check in/out at aid stations. Drop-bag rules apply for 50- and 100-mile runners (size limits and labeling required); Cabin drop bags may be any size. Time limits: the 27- and 50-mile races use a 16-hour cutoff; the 100-mile course has a 32-hour time limit. Awards are given to top three overall male and female finishers and to age-group winners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 mi
100 Mile
50 mi
50 Miler
50 km
50k
27 mi
27 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Pinhoti 100 is a rugged 100 mile trail through Alabama's Talladega National Forest with mostly single track and a 32 hour cutoff. A Western States qualifier, it finishes at Sylaward Trail Head and awards buckles to finishers.

Run a certified 5K or 10K over scenic sand, clay and gravel roads around Lake Martin, starting and finishing at Russell Crossroads. Finish with a Grits Bar and live music and help support the Alexander City Schools Education Foundation.

Take on the Pinhoti Trail at the 10th annual Rebecca Mountain races in Sylacauga, AL. Choose the 50 Miler or 50K point to point from Porter's Gap to Lake Howard for a scenic, rugged trail challenge.