From the Organizer
Turkey Trot 5k to benefit the Highlands Foundation.
Saturday November 14, 2026 8:00AM
Where:
The event will be held at Goose Pond Colony Resort in Scottsboro AL on November 8th at 8am.
Race Details:
Packet Pickup: Race Day from 6:30am-7:30am near the Amphitheater. Enjoy a 50% discount for high school cross country runners! Use code: 24XCTROT
T-shirts are not guaranteed after October 31st.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
63°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Scottsboro, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Scottsboro, AL
Population
15,641
as of 2023
City Elevation
659 ft
Nearest Airport
HSV
Huntsville International Airport · 39 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 86 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Turkey Trot 5k?
- Turkey Trot 5k is a running race held in Scottsboro, Alabama on November 14, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Turkey Trot 5k?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Scottsboro, Alabama at 417 Ed Hembree Drive. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Turkey Trot 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Turkey Trot 5k
Nov 14, 2026