Ridge to Blazing Ridge Trail Race
Pelham, United States • 22 Aug 2026
Event overview
The Ridge to Blazing Ridge Trail Race takes place in Pelham, AL, at Oak Mountain State Park. The start area is the Redbud Pavilion next to the BMX track on Tranquility Road. The event is listed as Race 5 of the Southeastern Trail Series.
- 20 Miler
- 10 Miler
Course and aid stations
The organizer describes the course as difficult and notes that high heat is likely. There are two aid stations on the mountain at mile 3.75 and a water-only stop at mile 7.5. Tailwind is supplied at both aid stations along with water.
Runners must carry at least 15 to 20 oz of water or Tailwind at the start and must carry water at all times during the race.
Registration and extras
All runners registered by July 26 will receive custom, fully sublimated race shirts; shirts are ordered six weeks before the race and will be distributed based on registration date if quantities differ. Any student high school age or under is eligible for a 50% registration discount with the code Student-2025. Packet pickup and late registration are available at the Mountain High Outfitters store at the Oak Mountain Store, about one mile from the park south gate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.