Huntsville Runfest

All Races on Saturday

All races will be held on Saturday this year!

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Event Overview

Join us for a Saturday trail running event featuring multiple distances designed for runners of different abilities. Whether you're chasing a challenge or supporting friends and family along the course, this event is built to bring the running community together.

Race Distances

• Sublett Challenge: 5K
• 25K: Trail Run
• 50K: Trail Run

Giving Back

Proceeds from this event will support childhood cancer research, helping make a difference beyond the finish line.

Packet Pick-Up

• Friday: Fleet Feet Huntsville — 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
• Saturday: McMullen Cove — 6:00 AM–7:00 AM

Sublett Point Challenge

Start Time: Saturday at 8:00 AM

The Sublett Point Challenge is a certified 5K course featuring an out-and-back route on the Two Mountain Greenway that climbs the paved road to the top of Sublett Point. This course offers runners a fun but challenging climb with rewarding views at the top.

Awards

• Overall Male & Female
• Overall Masters Male & Masters Female
• King of the Mountain: awarded to the runner with the fastest climb to the top of Sublett Point

New This Year

We’re excited to introduce a Ruck Division this year for athletes who want to take on the climb with added weight and an extra challenge.

25K/50K Trail Races

Start Time: Saturday at 7:00 AM

Location: McMullen Cove Clubhouse – Two Mountain Trail

The 25K and 50K races will start together at 7:00 AM. Both distances follow the same course, with the 50K completing the loop twice.

This is a true trail run, with most of the course on single track. Expect approximately 2,500+ feet of climbing in the 25K and 5,000+ feet in the 50K. There are no prerequisites for entry, but this race is designed to test your mountain running ability.

Course Description

If you're looking to challenge your spirit, lungs, and legs, this course will deliver. With steep climbs, technical terrain, and rugged descents, both your mental toughness and physical strength will be put to the test. While some sections are demanding, others are fast and runnable, creating a rewarding mountain running experience.

Most of the trail is shaded beneath a dense forest canopy, with only a few exposed areas. Runners will travel along beautiful single-track and double-track trails, many of which originated from century-old logging roads and historic pathways used by Native American communities who lived in this region until the Civil War.

Notable Landmarks

• Indian Trees: Distinctive trees marked with the traditional double “L” bend.
• Pancake Hollow: Home to a scenic runoff waterfall.
• Blake’s Cabin: An old hunting cabin once used by farmers.
• Sublett Point: A stunning overlook with views in three directions.

Aid Stations

• Blake’s Cabin: 3.1 mi
• Watson’s Overlook: 5.2 mi
• Indian Tree / Tucker Intersection: 9.75 mi
• Sublett Point: 12.5 mi

Course Map

View the course on Strava

Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors! Fleet Feet Huntsville/Madison, Return 2 Sport PT, Enfinger Companies, McMullen Cove, Swift Recovery and New Balance. If you would like to be a sponsor please contact us.

Lodging

If you are looking for a close hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites is a good option. If you'd like to make a vacation out of it and enjoy the mountains, there are great cabins at Monte Sano State Park.

Contact Information

Email: contact us

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