The Elkmont Hound Dog Half
About this race
New Year, New Dog.
The Elkmont Hound Dog Half is a half-marathon event that captures the spirit of community and the beauty of the great outdoors. Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Elkmont, Alabama, this race offers runners a challenging yet rewarding experience as they traverse picturesque trails and winding roads. Participants are greeted with the refreshing embrace of nature, making it an ideal event for both seasoned runners and newcomers seeking to test their endurance. The race not only celebrates athleticism but also fosters a sense of camaraderie among participants, volunteers, and spectators. With its unique charm, the Elkmont Hound Dog Half has become a beloved tradition, drawing runners from across the region to revel in the thrill of the race and the warmth of Southern hospitality.
We took the comments from last year's runners to heart, and we hope to make this year BIGGER & BETTER!
Part III of the Elkmont race series.
We will have two races that day: The Hound Dog Half and The Puppy Dog One Mile.
Hound Dog Half: 13.1 miles. Road / Trail course. Seasoned runners & their pup companions
Puppy Dog: 1 mile road course. Walk or run with your pup.
**All animals must remain on a leash and with their owner at ALL TIMES!**
Packet pickup will be on Friday at Fleet Feet Madison & Saturday at the race registration tent.
Parking will be on the band practice field at Elkmont High.
Bathrooms will be on site and around the race course.
Vendors coming soon!
More information coming soon!
USATF Certification #AL26010JE
Pick your distance
Running
Hound Dog Half
This event is for runners and their pups. ALL DOGS MUST BE LEASHED AND REMAIN WITH THEIR OWNERS AT ALL TIMES! This course winds through Elkmont and down the Richard Martin Trail; you and your companion may encounter wild animals along the way.
Puppy Dog 1 mile
This event is for adults, kids & dogs! ALL DOGS MUST BE LEASHED AND REMAIN WITH THEIR OWNERS AT ALL TIMES!
Race-day daylight
We have no recorded weather for Elkmont yet, but sunrise and sunset follow from the venue and the date.
The sun rises at 6:22 AM and sets at 7:16 PM local time (CDT) in Elkmont on April 10, 2027 — 12h 53m of daylight.
Course
No course map published yet.
The organizer hasn't released a route for this event, and we don't publish guesses. If you're the organizer, send us a GPX file and we'll draw the profile.
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Results — The Elkmont Hound Dog Half
Other races near Elkmont
Different organizers, within 40 miles, in the next three months
The Elkmont Holiday Hustle
Quack Attack 5k presented by Athens Ducks Unlimited
DCubed Virtual 5k Run/Walk
9th Annual KofC Tootsie Roll 5K & Fun Run
🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Elkmont
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Elkmont Running Calendar 2026 3 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 3 Elkmont events
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