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Sandhills Trail Race Series

Columbia, United States • 21-22 Feb 2026

The Sandhills Trail Race Series hosts an ultramarathon weekend at Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, South Carolina. The festival offers a 7.5-mile loop, a two-lap 25K, a four-lap 50K, and a 30‑hour ultra, all set on pine forest singletrack with sandy ridges and lake vistas. Runners enjoy a supportive, park‑side atmosphere with on‑course aid, coffee and snacks, post‑race hangs, and optional camping. Registration includes a finisher medal, bib, photos, and a belt buckle for 100‑mile finishers, plus age-group and Upstate Trail Series awards. The event supports the Upstate Running Club Youth Team and features an overall casual, trail‑friendly vibe. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States South Carolina Columbia

Race information

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30 km
30-Hour Ultra
50 km
50k (4 Laps)
25 km
25k (2 Laps)
8 mi
7.5-Mile Fun Loop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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