Huntsville Runfest
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Gurley, Alabama
- Price $32.80 - $75.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances Ultra, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Huntsville Run Fest on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the picturesque town of Gurley, Madison! This vibrant event promises a full day of running and community spirit, featuring a range of race distances that cater to every level of runner. Participants can choose from the exciting Sublett Challenge 5K, the challenging 25K Trail Run, or the grueling 50K Trail Run, all set against the stunning backdrop of the McMullen Cove trail system.
Whether you're an avid runner seeking a personal challenge or a supportive family member cheering from the sidelines, the Huntsville Run Fest is designed to bring everyone together. The Sublett Point Challenge 5K kicks off at 8:00 AM, while the 25K and 50K Trail Races start at 7:00 AM, both promising breathtaking views and a rewarding adventure through nature. Plus, this year introduces a Ruck Division for those looking to elevate their experience! Every runner contributes to a greater cause, as proceeds from this event will support childhood cancer research. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day of fitness, fun, and community—mark your calendars and join the festivities!
Whether you're an avid runner seeking a personal challenge or a supportive family member cheering from the sidelines, the Huntsville Run Fest is designed to bring everyone together. The Sublett Point Challenge 5K kicks off at 8:00 AM, while the 25K and 50K Trail Races start at 7:00 AM, both promising breathtaking views and a rewarding adventure through nature. Plus, this year introduces a Ruck Division for those looking to elevate their experience! Every runner contributes to a greater cause, as proceeds from this event will support childhood cancer research. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day of fitness, fun, and community—mark your calendars and join the festivities!
Organiser's Description
ALL RACES WILL BE ON SATURDAY THIS YEAR!
Huntsville Run Fest
Were changing up RunFest weekend so the whole family can participate and cheer on the runners! Were excited to bring the Huntsville Run Fest to life with a full day of running, community, and purpose.
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 (PPU)
Friday: Fleet Feet Huntsville 12:00 PM5:00 PM
Saturday: McMullen Cove 6:00 AM7:00 AM
Bring the family, cheer on the runners, and be part of an unforgettable day at Huntsville Run Fest!
Sublett Point Challenge
Sublett Point Challenge 5K
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
Were 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
25K & 50K Trail Run
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.
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.
Throughout the course youll encounter several notable landmarks:
Indian Trees Distinctive trees marked with the traditional double L bend when they were young saplings, historically used to mark important pathways and viewpoints. Several of these remarkable trees still stand along the route today.
Pancake Hollow Home to a scenic runoff waterfall that becomes especially beautiful after rainfall.
Blakes Cabin An old hunting cabin once used by farmers who came to the mountains to hunt and provide for their families.
Sublett Point A stunning overlook with views in three directions and a welcome sign that you are nearing the end of the loop.
Silo Hill Located at the bottom of a fast, rugged descent near an old grain silo from when farmland surrounded the base of the mountain.
Aid stations are placed at critical points throughout the course, never more than four miles apart, to keep runners fueled and hydrated.
Dont expect this course to be easy. Its punchy, steep, and technical in places, but also runnable and fast in others. The challenge and beauty of the McMullen Cove trail system will keep runners coming back year after year.
Aid Stations
Blakes Cabin 3.1 mi
Watsons Overlook 5.2 mi
Indian Tree / Tucker Intersection 9.75 mi
Sublett Point 12.5 mi
Silo Hill 14.2 mi (unmanned water only)
Start / Finish 15.6 mi
Second Loop (50K Only)
Blakes Cabin 18.7 mi
Watsons Overlook 20.8 mi
Indian Tree / Tucker Intersection 25.3 mi
Sublett Point 28.1 mi
Silo Hill 29.8 mi (unmanned water only)
Start / Finish 31 mi
Course Map
View the course on Strava:
https://www.strava.com/routes/3388633680969899794
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.
Course
25K and 50K Course
https://www.strava.com/routes/3270730023974727846
Sublett Point Challenge Course
https://www.strava.com/routes/3255714982717426114
Lodging
If you are looking for a close hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites a good ou an out of towner and would like to come stay for the weekend festivities there are a lot of great lodging options.
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.
Email: contact us
Web: ultrasignup.com
Huntsville Run Fest
Were changing up RunFest weekend so the whole family can participate and cheer on the runners! Were excited to bring the Huntsville Run Fest to life with a full day of running, community, and purpose.
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 (PPU)
Friday: Fleet Feet Huntsville 12:00 PM5:00 PM
Saturday: McMullen Cove 6:00 AM7:00 AM
Bring the family, cheer on the runners, and be part of an unforgettable day at Huntsville Run Fest!
Sublett Point Challenge
Sublett Point Challenge 5K
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
Were 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
25K & 50K Trail Run
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.
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.
Throughout the course youll encounter several notable landmarks:
Indian Trees Distinctive trees marked with the traditional double L bend when they were young saplings, historically used to mark important pathways and viewpoints. Several of these remarkable trees still stand along the route today.
Pancake Hollow Home to a scenic runoff waterfall that becomes especially beautiful after rainfall.
Blakes Cabin An old hunting cabin once used by farmers who came to the mountains to hunt and provide for their families.
Sublett Point A stunning overlook with views in three directions and a welcome sign that you are nearing the end of the loop.
Silo Hill Located at the bottom of a fast, rugged descent near an old grain silo from when farmland surrounded the base of the mountain.
Aid stations are placed at critical points throughout the course, never more than four miles apart, to keep runners fueled and hydrated.
Dont expect this course to be easy. Its punchy, steep, and technical in places, but also runnable and fast in others. The challenge and beauty of the McMullen Cove trail system will keep runners coming back year after year.
Aid Stations
Blakes Cabin 3.1 mi
Watsons Overlook 5.2 mi
Indian Tree / Tucker Intersection 9.75 mi
Sublett Point 12.5 mi
Silo Hill 14.2 mi (unmanned water only)
Start / Finish 15.6 mi
Second Loop (50K Only)
Blakes Cabin 18.7 mi
Watsons Overlook 20.8 mi
Indian Tree / Tucker Intersection 25.3 mi
Sublett Point 28.1 mi
Silo Hill 29.8 mi (unmanned water only)
Start / Finish 31 mi
Course Map
View the course on Strava:
https://www.strava.com/routes/3388633680969899794
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.
Course
25K and 50K Course
https://www.strava.com/routes/3270730023974727846
Sublett Point Challenge Course
https://www.strava.com/routes/3255714982717426114
Lodging
If you are looking for a close hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites a good ou an out of towner and would like to come stay for the weekend festivities there are a lot of great lodging options.
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.
Email: contact us
Web: ultrasignup.com
Races
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Hsv Runfest 50K
Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$75.20
OPENS 21 JUN -
Hsv Runfest 25K
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$64.60
OPENS 21 JUN -
Sublett Point Challenge
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 21 JUN
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38 McMullen Ln,, Gurley, 35748, AL, United States
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