XTERRA Appalachian Trail Fest
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XTERRA Appalachian Trail Fest - Pelham, AL
XTERRA Appalachian Trail Fest is a trail running and hiking festival held in Pelham, Alabama. The event uses mountain trail terrain with technical singletrack, sustained climbs, exposed roots, and fast descents through an Appalachian landscape. Race weekend includes race-day activities plus vendor and music elements and social check-in events the day before the main racing day.
Distances offered:
- Marathon - 26.2 miles (World Championship qualifier)
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles (World Championship qualifier)
- 10K Trail Run - ~10 kilometers
- Halloween Hike - family-friendly, non-timed
The Marathon and Half Marathon serve as qualifiers for the XTERRA Trail World Championship in Malta (2027). The Halloween Hike is a relaxed, non-timed option suitable for participants of all ages and those who want to enjoy the trail in costume.
Published entry prices for the event are listed per distance. The organizer offers an optional Refund Guarantee through SPOT that can be added at checkout; this coverage handles refunds to participants who cannot attend for covered personal reasons. The Refund Guarantee does not reimburse entry fees if the event is cancelled or postponed, and event entry fees are non-refundable in the case of cancellation as stated in the waiver. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
