Southern Fried 50/50
Columbus, United States • 15 Aug 2026
Southern Fried 50/50
The Southern Fried 50/50 is a trail running event scheduled for August 15, 2026 in Columbus, Georgia. The course uses the Fall Line Trace starting at the Psalmond Road trailhead and connects to the Dragonfly Trail and the Columbus and Phenix City RiverWalk along the Chattahoochee River. The route passes landmarks such as Columbus State University, the National Infantry Museum, and Oxbow Meadows.
Runners can choose from three distance options:
- 50 miles
- 50K
- 25K
The event limits the field to 100 runners. Cutoff times are listed as 10 hours for the 50K and 14 hours for the 50 mile distance. Aid stations provide Southern-style fare including fried chicken, Georgia-grown watermelons, and sweet tea. Parking and packet pickup are located at Midland Elementary School, within a short walk of the start area.
Entry fees are shown in a range from USD 53.50 to USD 110.00 across available pricing tiers. The event presents a mix of urban and riverside trail segments and includes both natural and built landmarks along the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.