McDowell 5K & Fun Run

Camp McDowell has 1,140 acres located in Nauvoo, Alabama on the edge of the Bankhead National Forest. If you love coming to camp, haven't had a chance to come yet, or just want another excuse to run a race at a beautiful place, then this is the race for you! This race was born out of wanting to further connect our local communities and to support future endeavors of the McDowell Environmental Center. Your contributions will go directly to supporting future generations overnight trips to the McDowell Environmental Center! Course 5K Course Map The 5K is a good mix of trail and road, about 75% trail/ 25% road and has a good balance of shade and sun throughout as well! Amenities, Features, and Highlights All runners registered before our T-shirt deadline on September 1st are guaranteed an awesome short-sleeve race shirt. Raffles will be held on site, so make sure to enter your name after you finish your race. All you have to do to enter is write down your name and grab a ticket! Medals