Sandhills Trail Race Series
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Sandhills Trail & Ultra Festival : February 21-22, 2026
The Sandhills Trail Race Series takes place at Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, SC on February 21-22, 2026. The event offers multiple distance options held on a looped trail course around the park and lake. Donations and race proceeds support the Upstate Running Club Youth Team.
Distances
- 30-Hour Ultra
- 50K
- 25K
- 7.5-Mile loop
Course, registration and awards
The course uses pine-needle singletrack with a few paved sections around the lake, rolling hills, and lakeside views. The route passes through campsite locations in the park. Parking is at the lake parking lot near the ranger station; a state park pass or day-use fee is required. The event is cupless, so participants must bring their own hydration gear. Aid stations will offer snacks and drinks; examples listed include pickles, cookies, chips, water, Coke, and ginger ale. Overnight timing continues for the 30-hour event with limited crew and aid support overnight.
Registration includes a guided park tour, finisher medal, custom race bib, race sticker, complimentary race photos, chip timing with split tracking, and other event items. Belt buckles are awarded for 100-mile finishers (13 laps). Transfers and distance changes are allowed via the RunSignup profile. No refunds or deferrals are offered unless the event sells out; if sold out, a 50% off code for a future event may be requested. Age-group awards and top-three overall trophies are listed for male and female finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.