Sandhills Trail Race Series

Columbia, United States • 21-22 Feb 2026

The Sandhills Trail Race Series is a trail running event held at Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, South Carolina. It offers multiple distance options including a 7.5-mile fun loop, 25K, 50K, and a challenging 30-hour ultra race. The course features a 7.75-mile loop of soft pine needle-covered singletrack, rolling hills, and scenic lake views, providing a mix of forest and lakeside terrain.

Runners enjoy a friendly atmosphere with aid stations offering snacks and drinks, chip timing with split tracking, and post-race socializing. The event supports the Upstate Running Club Youth Team and includes awards for top finishers and age groups. Camping is available nearby for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

30 hr
30 Hour Ultra
50 km
50k
25 km
25k
7 mi
7.5 Mile
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