Oak Mountain 50k

Pelham, United States • 28 Mar 2026

Oak Mountain 50K : March 28, 2026, Pelham, AL

The event is held at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama. Two distances are offered:

  • 50K
  • 25K

Runners follow mostly single-track trails through forested hills and do not run repeating loops. The courses include climbs to the top of Double Oak Mountain, pass Peavine Falls (about 65 feet tall), and go by Maggie's Glen and Shackleford Point (1,260 ft, highest point in the park). The 50K has approximately 3,600 feet of elevation gain. Start and finish are at Dogwood Pavilion.

Course support, facilities, and rules

The 50K course includes four manned aid stations and several water-only stations at listed mile points. The 25K course has aid and water-only points and finishes at Dogwood Pavilion. Parking and restrooms are available at the Dogwood Pavilion. Oak Mountain State Park requires vehicle entry passes: $5 per adult (age 12+), $2 per child (age 4-11), $2 per senior (age 62+); free for ages 3 and under; active and retired military and veterans are free.

There are no refunds, no race day registration, and no entry transfers or deferrals. Strollers, animals, bicycles, and unentered runners are not allowed on course; pets must be kept at least 50 feet from aid stations and start/finish areas. Awards are given for top overall and age categories, and all finishers receive a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
3600 m+
50k
25 km
25k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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