Sandhills Trail Race Series

Columbia, United States • 21-22 Feb 2026

Sandhills Trail & Ultra Festival : February 21-22, 2026

The event is part of the Upstate Race Series and takes place at Sesquicentennial State Park, 9564 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223. Race options include multiple trail and ultra formats on a looped course. Donations and race proceeds support the Upstate Running Club Youth Team.

Distances

  • 30-Hour Ultra
  • 50K
  • 25K
  • 7.5 Mile Fun Loop

Course, logistics and awards

The course runs on singletrack and mixed surfaces near Sesqui Lake, with pine-needle trail sections and some paved stretches around the lake. The race uses a looped format with multiple laps for longer distances. Camping and day-use areas are on course; parking is at the lake parking lot near the ranger station and a state park pass or day pass is required. The event is cupless, so participants must provide their own hydration gear. Overnight support for the 30-hour event is limited; timing continues overnight.

Registration includes a guided park tour, finisher medal, custom bib, event giveaways, complimentary race photos, chip timing with split tracking, and a collapsible hydration cup. Top three overall male and female finishers receive trophies. Age group awards are given for first through third in each category, with age groups listed from 0–9 up to 80+. Transfer and distance-change options are available; refunds and deferrals are generally not offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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.
Trail runs nearby

Enjoy a scenic trail marathon or half marathon through Harbison State Forest on November 22, 2025, with varied trails, creek crossings, and Southern post race fare. Proceeds benefit the Upstate Running Club Youth Team.

Tackle The Sand Monster, a six hour trail race at Sesquicentennial State Park on a shaded 3.5 mile loop with sandy climbs and pine needle trails. Log as many laps as you can, then celebrate with awards, a raffle, and a signature trucker hat..

Run or hike a scenic 10K on the Palmetto Trail in Pomaria, South Carolina, finishing atop the Broad River Trestle. Proceeds support the Palmetto Trail and finishers receive a custom bottle opener medal.

Hit the trails at Harbison State Forest in Columbia for the Koala Bottle Harbison Half Marathon and 5K on July 12, 2026. This eco friendly race rewards every finisher with a shirt and medal and celebrates trail running for all paces.