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Wild Thangs Trail Series

Huntsville, United States • 20 Jun 2026

Event Details

The Wild Thangs Trail Series is a series of four trail running events in the mountains around Huntsville, Alabama. The series runs from June through August, with each event offering two race distances. A series bundle is available, capped at 250 runners. Participants who register for a series bundle receive a series t-shirt, finisher awards, and a series plaque.

Distances

  • June 20, 2026 - Big Foot: 5K and 10K
  • July 11, 2026 - Jackalope: 4 Mile and 8 Mile
  • August 1, 2026 - Skunk Ape: 5 Mile and 10 Mile
  • August 22, 2026 - Chupacabra: 10K and Half Marathon

Course & Support

The courses feature bluff views, mountain scenery, creek crossings, and waterfalls. The events are described as spectator-friendly. Several aid stations on the course provide water, Gatorade, cola, GU energy gels, pretzels, M&M's, and granola bars. Marco's Pizza sponsors the series, providing pizza for participants at each finish line.

Registration & Logistics

Registration is available for individual races or as a "Short Series" or "Long Series" bundle, which offers a discount. Packet pickup is available the afternoon before each race at RunningLane in Huntsville, or on race morning. Age group awards are offered in nine categories. In the event of severe weather, the start may be delayed or the event cancelled. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alabama Huntsville

Race information

Website Registration
13 mi
Chupacabra
10 mi
Skunk Ape
8 mi
Jackalope
10 km
Chupacabra
10 km
Big Foot
5 mi
Skunk Ape
4 mi
Jackalope
5 km
Big Foot
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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