

Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (41)
Haunted Half Marathon in Gadsden, AL offers a unique out-and-back course on pea gravel.
Race Date
Oct 10, 2026
Location
Gadsden, AL
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Location
- Gadsden, Alabama
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Haunted Half Marathon, also offering 5K and 10K distances, takes place in Gadsden, Alabama. Runners will navigate an out-and-back course primarily on pea gravel trails.
The half marathon course consists of repeating a 3.18-mile out-and-back section six times, while the 5K and 10K utilize a shorter 1.56-mile out-and-back loop. The race is known for its steady field trend and offers a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes for the half marathon.
Runners can expect a unique race experience on the gravel trails, with a focus on the course itself. Packet pickup is conveniently located behind the Gadsden Mall, with the race starting promptly at 8:00 AM.
Race-provided description
US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
829 Old S 4th St, Gadsden, AL, 35901
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
trail
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 77°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
56°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (41)?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (41) is held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (41) take place?
It takes place in Gadsden, Alabama.
What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (41) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (41) course flat and good for a PR?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Gadsden, AL (41) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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