Coldwater Trail

The Coldwater Trail takes place in Anniston, Alabama on November 1st, inviting runners to experience its challenging terrain and scenic routes. The race offers a rigorous 50K for endurance athletes alongside a more moderate but still demanding 25K option.
Race morning at the trailhead will see participants gathering along West Tenth Street where they can expect cool temperatures typical of early November in Anniston, Alabama. Conditions on the course are often firm with some soft patches due to recent rainfall, creating varied footing for runners as they navigate through wooded areas and over small hills. The average temperature around 7am is expected to be about 13.5°C (feels like), while humidity levels hover at approximately 70%, making it a damp but not overly humid environment.
The Coldwater Trail has been an annual event in Anniston for the past five years, drawing over two hundred runners each time who come together to challenge themselves on this scenic and demanding course. The race supports local conservation efforts aimed at preserving the natural beauty of Coldwater Creek Park where much of the trail runs through protected areas that are home to diverse wildlife.
The route winds its way along trails within Coldwater Creek Park, featuring a mix of flat sections and moderate elevation changes throughout both distance options. Runners can expect aid stations set up every five kilometers with water refills available; however, there is no official support for the latter half of either race due to the remote nature of parts of the course.
Racing in early November means that participants should prepare for temperatures ranging between 8 and 19 degrees Celsius during daylight hours. Humidity will average around 70%, reducing perceived warmth but not causing discomfort. A low chance of scattered showers exists, with an expected rainfall accumulation of about 2mm throughout the day.