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Wade Mountain Marathon

Huntsville, United States • 19 Oct 2025

The Wade Mountain Marathon, held in Huntsville, Alabama, is North Alabama's only trail marathon, featuring marathon, half marathon, and 10K distances. Set amid scenic, low-traffic trails, the race takes place in late October, showcasing vibrant fall foliage and comfortable temperatures averaging between 49°F and 73°F. Organized by experienced directors known for other notable trail events, the course emphasizes sustainability with a "cupless" policy to reduce waste. Participants receive a hooded sweatshirt, finisher medals, and a post-race meal, including a grill-out. The event encourages volunteer involvement and offers lodging nearby at Monte Sano State Park, making it a well-rounded trail running experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alabama Huntsville

Race information

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26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
1/2 Marathon
10 km
10k
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