XTERRA CHEAHA STATE PARK
Race number 6 The season finale of The 2018-2019 XTERRA Alabama Trail Run Series presented by Black Squirrel Events will be held on Saturday February 9th, 2019 at the beautiful Cheaha State Park.
Course Description: Distance Options 15K or 8K on the trails at Cheaha State Park. Take a trip to the highest point in Alabama. At 2,407 feet above sea level, Cheaha Resort State Park, located on top of Cheaha Mountain, has breathtaking views and fun recreational activities. This 2,799-acre mountaintop retreat offers visitors a little bit of everything. From quiet surroundings and accommodations to a magnificent lodge that can be used for family and group functions. Named by the Creek Indians “Chaha” meaning high place, Cheaha Resort State Park is truly a magnificent Alabama destination. Located in the middle of the Talladega National Forest, the park is ideal for access to the Kentuck ORV-ATV Trail. Additionally, the park is home to the Cheaha Trailhead of the Pinhoti Trail, which connects with the Appalachian Trail and accesses the Odum Scout Trail, and the Chinnabee Silent Trail. Here hikers can experience tranquility, native wildlife and beautiful waterfalls.
Awards:
Medals and prizes will be awarded to our overall top 3 Male and Female finishers for each race along with top Male and Female Masters 40-49 and Grand Masters 50 +. We will also be handing out medals to our top 3 Male and Female finishers in each age group (14&U, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70&U). Age based on December 31, 2019 Birth date
Chip Timing:
Disposable and reusable RFID chip timing from ChronoTrack by Race Krewe.
Packet pickup:
The morning of the race starting at 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. at Cheaha State Park. Race starts at 8:00 a.m.
Entry Fees:
Includes soft cotton race t-shirt – subject to availability for race day registrations.Chance to win a Special Edition XTERRA Alabama Rtic 45 Cooler on Race Day. Preregistration 15K Trail Run $40 / Race Day Registration $45. Preregistration 8K Trail Run $35 / Race Day Registration $40.
Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/754533698265202/
More Information:
XTERRA Alabama Trail Series Information: http://www.xterraplanet.com/trailrun/alabama-series/
Black Squirrel Events Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Black-Squirrel-Events-Llc-332523440526857/
Cheaha State Park Information: http://www.alapark.com/cheaha-state-park
2018 – 2019 XTERRA Alabama Trail Run Series Events:
XTERRA Noccalula Falls September 29, 2018
RESULTS https://www.athlinks.com/event/187448/results/Event/756727/Results
XTERRA Red Mountain Park October 20, 2018
RESULTS https://www.athlinks.com/event/187449/results/Event/756731/Results
XTERRA Lake Guntersville State Park November 3, 2018
RESULTS https://www.athlinks.com/event/222527/results/Event/756732/Results
XTERRA Desoto State Park December 8, 2018
RESULTS https://www.athlinks.com/event/229965/results/Event/756734/Results
XTERRA Coldwater Mountain January 19, 2019
RESULTS https://www.athlinks.com/event/229470/results/Event/756736/Results
XTERRA Cheaha State Park February 9, 2019
https://www.xterraplanet.com/event/xterra-cheaha-trail-run-815k
Black Squirrel Events 2018 – 2019 Sponsors
Gadsden Etowah Tourism
Nissan of Gadsden
NEO Northeast Orthopedics
McClellan Family Chiropractic
Gadsden Outfitters
Wigs Wheels
Back Forty Beer Company
Kyuka Water
Bama Graphics
Copeland Law Firm