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Oak Mountain State Park @ the Magnolia/Sycamore Pavillion
Pelham, Alabama |
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This is a fun, mostly asphalt (short stretch of gravel) 5k run (3.1 miles) that includes rolling hills as well as flat stretches. The course was laid out by the Birmingham Track Club, mostly in the shade along the road that runs by the scenic beaches and picnic areas of Oak Mountain State Park. The 1 mile fun run/walk will utilize a portion of the 5k course. Stay after this Sunday Father's Day race and a potluck picnic on the beach!!! Race starts and ends in the parking lot outside the Magnolia/Sycamore Pavillions at Oak Mountain State Park. Timing & Results by Trak Shak. Race Benefits the Alabama Waldorf School.
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Event Start Location
Parking lot at the Magnolia/Sycamore Pavillion at Oak Mountain State Park.
200 Terrace Dr.
Pelham, AL 35124
Course Description
Mostly asphalt with a short stretch of gravel which includes rolling hills as well as flat stretches. The course was laid out by the Birmingham Track Club. It is mostly in the shade along the road that runs by the scenic beaches and picnic areas.
Awards
Unique Prizes for top 3 finishers in all age-categories.
Packet Pickup / Expo
Alabama Waldorf School
Trak Shak
Timing / Results
Timing & Results by Trak Shak
Post Race Activities
There will be a pot-luck picnic after for all those who would like to stay.
Directions
Oak Mountain State Park is located 15 miles south of Birmingham off Exit 246 on Interstate 65.
Coming from the North: On I-65, take Cahaba Valley Road (AL-119) exit (246). Turn right to go South on AL-119 and immediately turn left on to State Park Road. Go approximately 1.5 miles to the park entrance. Turn left at the 4 way into the park.
Coming from the South: On I-65, take Cahaba Valley Road (AL-119) exit (246). Turn left to go South on AL-119 and immediately turn left on to State Park Road. Go approximately 1.5 miles to the park entrance. Turn left at the 4 way into the park.
Parking
Parking available at pavillion.
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