Pinhoti Sylacauga, AL

Pinhoti 100, Sylacauga AL

Pinhoti 100 is a point to point 100 mile trail race that runs along the Pinhoti single track and finishes at Lake Howard on the Sylaward Trail. The course crosses the highest point in Alabama and includes technical single track, jeep roads and short sections of pavement. The published breakdown lists about 83 miles of single track, 17 miles of jeep road and 2 miles of pavement.

The race uses a 32 hour cutoff for the 100 mile distance. The 2026 running serves as a Western States qualifier for 2027. Aid stations are positioned along the route with a mix of full aid, water only, drop bag locations and crew access restrictions; several specific stations accept drop bags and some restrict crew access.

Race administration details include a packet pickup the day before the race where bibs and drop bag collection occur, advance bus transportation from the finish area for runners to the start for a fee, and an odd/even parking system at the start. There is no race day registration and no entry transfers. Full refunds are available through March 28, 2026, and registration is scheduled to close on October 17 at 11:59 PM CT.

Event facilities include portable restrooms at multiple aid stations, primitive camping at Lake Howard for a suggested donation, and hotels within fifteen minutes of the finish. Awards include top overall and age category prizes and a finisher buckle for all 100 mile finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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