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Running Retreat at Oak Mountain State Park

Name: Running Retreat at Oak Mountain State Park
Start: 2025-04-04
End: 2025-04-06
Location: Pelham

Pelham, United States • 4-6 Apr 2025

The Running Retreat at Oak Mountain State Park, scheduled for April 4-6, 2025, offers an immersive experience for runners of all levels amidst Alabama's scenic trails. Participants can choose from five different runs, ranging from 5 miles to 50K, and enjoy a variety of activities including a running expo, expert seminars, and ghost stories by the campfire. Additional highlights include a private whiskey tasting and guided hikes. Attendees can opt for on-site lodging in cozy cabins, commute daily, or purchase a one-day pass. This retreat promises a blend of adventure, education, and community in a beautiful outdoor setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alabama Pelham

Race information

Registration

50 km

50k

5 mi

5 Miles

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

Trail runs nearby

Saturday Nov 8

XTERRA Appalachian Trail Fest

Run rugged trails and see Peavine Falls at XTERRA Appalachian Trail Fest in Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham, Alabama on Nov 8, 2025. Take on 35K or 18K qualifiers or join family 5K events, then relax with bluegrass and local crafts.

Sunday Nov 9

Alabama RX at Montevallo

Montevallo - 13 mi from Pelham

3 mi

Course The event uses the rolling terrain of an old golf course with significant elevation changes and varied surface types. The race begins with a steep cart path climb. A cross-tie run-up leads to an old tee box. The route also includes t..

Saturday Nov 15

Buts Bearly Ultra

Birmingham - 16 mi from Pelham

14 mi

27 mi

Explore Red Mountain Park at the BUTS Bearly Ultra on Nov 15 with 13.5 mile or double loop 27 mile options across root filled single track, old rail beds and scenic overlooks. Stocked aid stations and park support make for a rugged but welc..

Saturday Nov 22

Death by 5k Oak Mountain

Pelham

Backyard Ultra

5 km

Take on Death by 5k: ten 5 km races in 24 hours at Oak Mountain State Park with night running and short recovery windows. Expect hot meals, camping options, great camaraderie, and a custom coffin for finishers.

Friday Dec 5

Blood Rock 100

Blood Rock at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama on December 5 to 7 2025 serves rugged single track and scenic lake views with course options from 25K to 100 mile. Aid stations every 5 to 7 miles and hot food overnight create a welc..

Wednesday Dec 31

Run Undead Ultra Trail Party

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Celebrate New Year's Eve at the Run Undead Ultra Trail Party in Oak Mountain State Park. Choose from multiple ultra distances on a roughly five mile loop while music, a midnight ball drop, and party activities keep spirits high.