Trailhead 5k
About this race
Trailhead 5k 2025
Join us for a unique 5K experience that blends the best of both worlds road and trail running! This hybrid course features approximately 1.2 miles of paved greenway and 2 scenic miles on a well-marked singletrack trail.
Expect a mix of smooth pavement to get your legs moving, followed by shaded trails that wind through Hickory Cove Nature Preserve, offering a touch of adventure and a refreshing break from the typical road race. The course finishes back on the greenway, giving runners a fast, flat finish. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or tackling your first 5K, this course offers a fun and approachable challenge for all levels.
Get ready for a memorable race day with nature, community, and a great finish line vibe!
Proceeds from the race go to the Land Trust of North Alabama.
We encourage the entire family to participate this year.
Packet Pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Huntsville on Friday from 12-5.
Race start time is 8:00 a.m.
Pick your distance
Trail running
Trailhead 5k
Running
Mile Fun Run
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Huntsville, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:27 AM and sets at 6:57 PM local time (CDT) in Huntsville on September 12, 2026 — 12h 30m of daylight.
Course
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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, 84 Huntsville events
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