The limberlost Challenge

Run Somewhere extraordinary

Saturday July 4, 2026

Experience the beauty, the challenge, the fun!

When

Saturday July 4, 2026

Where

The Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve,
1002 Buck Lake Landing Road, Huntsville

Why

We race to help empower youth to become contributing members in their communities​

Join the limberlost experience

You will run through technical areas that will require the nimblest of footwork and on trails that allow you to open up to your best speed, plus everything in between. You will marvel at the extraordinary beauty of this privately owned Reserve that we are so privileged to enjoy. It will leave you breathless in more ways than one!

We promise you a well-marked course, enthusiastic volunteers and an amazing experience that you will tell your friends about.

You will love it!

The Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve has spent countless hours restoring these historic wilderness trails and is pleased to welcome local residents and visitors to experience them.

Trail Talk - From Curious to Confident

Wednesday, May 13 | 7:00–8:00 PM | Live Webinar

Thinking about trail running… but not sure where to start?
Or already running and ready to feel stronger, smarter, and more capable on the trails?

This session is built for you.

Dr. Lowell Greib MSc ND CISSN — Director of Performance Medicine at The SportLab — a trusted voice in endurance health delivering practical, science-backed insights to help you run smarter and stronger.

You’ll run away with:

  • How to actually start trail running (without guessing)
  • Terrain tips: hills, footing, pacing, confidence
  • What to wear, carry, and fuel (no fluff, just what works)
  • Insider guidance for running at Limberlost

Whether you’re brand new or leveling up — this will change how you show up on the trail.

Save your spot and register using the button below: 

Try a Trail

Saturday, May 23 | 12:30PM | Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve

Run with us!  “Try-a-Trail” Saturday May 23

*Demo Keen Trail shoes and enter your name in a draw to win a FREE pair that day!

12:30 pm Meet Up, 1:00 pm Run (Guided 7km or 14 km course)

Register: Race Director, Neil Jefferson neil_jefferson@outlook.com

Thank you to our Sponsors

Charity Partners