Midland Mountain Trail Series
Columbia, United States • 22 Nov 2025
Midland Mountain Trail Series : overview
The Midland Mountain Trail Series is scheduled for November 22, 2025 at Harbison State Forest in Columbia, SC (5600 Broad River Road). The event is presented by the Upstate Race Series and Snyder Construction, with donations and race proceeds supporting the Upstate Running Club Youth Team. Distances offered:
- Marathon (26.2 miles) - two laps of the course
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles) - one lap of the course
All finishers receive a finisher medal. Race perks listed by the organizer include a custom race bib, a custom collapsible hydration cup, post-race food options (including soup and a traditional Southern "meat and three"), event-themed giveaways, a race sticker, and a custom race tattoo.
Course, logistics and rules
The course runs on Harbison State Forest trails through pines and hardwoods, crossing streams and featuring varied elevation. The course is described as well-marked. The event is a cupless race; participants should bring their own cup or hydration flask. There are three aid stations located at Mile 4.4 (and Mile 17.5 on lap 2), Mile 11 (and Mile 24 on lap 2), and at the Start/Finish area (Mile 13.1). Aid station supplies include snacks (pickles, cookies, chips, fig newtons, candy, pretzels) and drinks (water, Coke, ginger ale).
Additional logistics: parking requires a $5 day-use fee (cash or kiosk/QR payment), packet pickup is on race morning at the gazebo near the Start/Finish area, drop bags and small personal tents may be placed near the gazebo, porta-potties are available at the start area only, dogs are allowed on course, headphones are permitted with caution, and the event has a 10-hour time limit. Awards include top 3 overall trophies (male and female) and age-group awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.