2026 Rockin Choccolocco
The 2026 Rockin Choccolocco takes place on April 25, 2026, in Heflin, Alabama, USA, traversing the scenic Pinhoti Trail within the Talladega National Forest. Participants can expect flowing single-track trail through the Choccolocco Valley, featuring scenic overlooks, creek crossings, lakes, and hardwood and pine forests. Weather in Heflin during late April typically brings mild to warm temperatures, averaging highs in the low 70s°F (around 22°C) and lows in the low 50s°F (around 11°C), with a moderate chance of spring showers; runners should prepare for variable conditions on the trail.
What distances are available for this event?
- →50K point-to-point race starting at 7:00 AM CST from FS 532 near Greenleaf Dam, finishing at Cahulga Creek Park
- →25K lollipop course starting and finishing at Cahulga Creek Park at 8:00 AM CST
- →10K out-and-back course starting and finishing at Cahulga Creek Park at 8:00 AM CST
- →Kids Fun Run approximately at 2:00 PM Saturday at Cahulga Creek Park
What is the event format and trail description?
The event is a trail race on the Pinhoti Trail, offering 95% single-track terrain with scenic overlooks, creek crossings, lakes, and hardwood and pine forests within the Talladega National Forest. The 50K is point-to-point, the 25K is a lollipop course, and the 10K is an out-and-back route.
What are the start times and schedule?
- →50K start: 7:00 AM CST at FS 532 (Greenleaf Dam)
- →25K and 10K start: 8:00 AM CST at Cahulga Creek Park
- →Kids Fun Run: approximately 2:00 PM Saturday at Cahulga Creek Park
- →Packet pickup: Friday, April 24th, 3:00–6:30 PM CST at Cahulga Creek Park
What are the time limits for each distance?
- →50K: 9 hours 30 minutes
- →25K: 6 hours
- →10K: 4 hours
Where are the aid stations located?
- →50K: Start at FS 532; Aid 1 at Blue Trail FS 540 (6.2 miles); Aid 2 at Co RD 61 (9.8 miles, no crew access); Aid 3 at Pine Glenn (16 miles); Aid 4 at High Rock FS 531 (23 miles); Water Only at FS 523 (26 miles); Aid 5 at Heflin Spur Trailhead (29.8 miles); Finish at Cahulga Creek Park (32 miles)
- →25K: Start at Cahulga Creek Park; Aid 1 at Heflin Spur Trailhead (2.2 miles); Water Only at FS 523 (6 miles); Aid 2 at High Rock (9 miles); Finish at Cahulga Creek Park
- →10K: Start at Cahulga Creek Park; Aid 1 at Heflin Spur Trailhead (2.2 miles); Aid 2 at Heflin Spur Trailhead (4 miles); Finish at Cahulga Creek Park (6.2 miles)
What is included in registration?
All finishers receive a medal. Results are posted on Ultrasignup ↗. Awards include top 3 overall male/female, 1st overall male/female master, and 1st overall male/female grand master.
Are there any special awards or series opportunities?
Yes, finishers of the Pinhoti Trail 50K Grand Slam—completing Mt Cheaha 50K, Oak Mountain 50K, and Rockin' Choccolocco 50K—earn a special finisher buckle. Sign up by emailing jamiehruns@gmail.com.
What logistics and notes should participants know?
- →Camping: Primitive camping at Cahulga Creek Park for a $10 donation to the City of Heflin; restrooms available, no showers
- →Hotels: Available in Heflin and Oxford, AL
- →Parking: Park in the grassy area to the left upon entering Cahulga Park
- →Weather: The race has never been canceled; prepare for any conditions
- →Restrictions: No refunds, no race day registration, no entry transfers, no deferrals; strollers, animals, bicycles, and unentered runners not allowed on course; pets must be kept 50+ feet from aid stations and start/finish areas
- →Bus transportation for 50K: Departs Cahulga Park at 5:55 AM CST sharp to the start at FS 532; bus ticket $15 (purchase at registration or in store)
What course maps and GPX files are available?
- →50K course map and GPX: Caltopo ↗
- →25K course map: Gaia GPS ↗
- →25K GPX: Gaia GPS ↗
- →25K Strava: Strava ↗
- →10K GPX: Gaia GPS ↗