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The Elkmont Hound Dog Half

The Elkmont Hound Dog Half

Race Date

Apr 4, 2026

Location

Elkmont, AL

Solid Pick42

The Experience

Elkmont High School Athletic Club is excited to announce the return of THE DOG!

The Elkmont Hound Dog Half is a half-marathon event that captures the spirit of community and the beauty of the great outdoors. Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Elkmont, Alabama, this race offers runners a challenging yet rewarding experience as they traverse through picturesque trails and winding roads. Participants are greeted with the refreshing embrace of nature, making it an ideal event for both seasoned runners and newcomers seeking to test their endurance. The race not only celebrates athleticism but also fosters a sense of camaraderie among participants, volunteers, and spectators. With its unique charm, the Elkmont Hound Dog Half has become a beloved tradition, drawing runners from across the region to revel in the thrill of the race and the warmth of Southern hospitality.

Part III of the Elkmont race series.   We will have two races that day, The Hound Dog Half and The Puppy Dog One Mile. Hound Dog Half: 13.1 miles. Road / Trail course. Seasoned runners. Puppy Dog: 1 mile. Road course. Anyone who wants to walk or run is welcome! Feel free to bring your pup with you for this race! All animals must remain on a leash and with their owner at ALL TIMES!

Packet pick will be on Friday, 4/3, at Fleet Feet Madison & Saturday, 4/4, at the race registration tent.   USATF Certification #AL26010JE

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Start Time

7:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

25630 Evans Ave, Elkmont, AL, 35620

Directions

Course Info

USATF Certified

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

-0.22 m

Separation

0.8%

Also Offers

1 Miles

USATF Certified Course

AL26010JE · Hound Dog Half Marathon

Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.

Quality Score

Solid Pick42
Methodology
Heritage12/20

6 years running

Size9/15

~74 finishers a year

Momentum4/5

shrinking

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details10/15

USATF certified · 2 timing sources

National draw0/10

runners from 1 state

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:25:08

Weather5/10

typical high 68°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

48°

Afternoon (High)

68°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.2"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

70%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 805 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.

Most recent

2026

Total finishers

805

Median time

2:34:55

Latest turnout

37

States

15

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:10p50 median ≈ 2:154:00

Turnout by year

20162026

'16'17'18'19'20'26
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