Trail Grinder - Atlanta, TX
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Trail Grinder - Atlanta, TX
Trail Grinder is the fifth annual benefit trail run held on September 5, 2026, at the Atlanta MTB Trail in Atlanta, Texas. The event uses an East Texas single-track route through the piney woods that contains 6.2 miles of single track with 630 feet of elevation gain per loop. All proceeds from the event will be donated to research into the rare neurological disorder Superficial Siderosis.
Distances offered:
- 5k
- 10k
- 30k
The route begins at the head of the Atlanta MTB Trail at 101 Sportsplex Drive and follows marked signs to the trail head. Registration fees vary by distance; posted fees for the listed events are $30 for the 5k, $40 for the 10k, and $50 for the 30k. Participants who register by August 28, 2026 will receive a free T-shirt. Race day registration is available for an additional $10. Registration opens February 6, 2026 and closes September 3, 2026.
Nearby accommodation and food options are available in the Atlanta area. The organizer notes that all event proceeds are directed to research funding for Superficial Siderosis. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.