Go Nuts 2026 Nut Gobbler XC Race
Saturday, October 31 | Lake Lurleen State Park | Coker, AL
Join us at Lake Lurleen State Park, October 30–31, 2026, as we return to the Tuscaloosa area for an amazing Halloween XC Mountain Bike Race! Dress in costume, decorate your bike, and get ready for a spooky good time on the trails!
Test your skills on one of Alabama’s favorite trail networks at Lake Lurleen State Park, just outside Tuscaloosa in Coker, Alabama. This classic cross-country race features fast, fun, flowy singletrack with technical sections, short climbs, and rewarding descents to keep riders of all levels engaged.
Bring the little ghouls and goblins, too! Our Acorn races for kiddos ages 3–9 give young riders their own chance to join the action. Come in costume and deck out those bikes with Halloween flair - it’s a weekend of racing and family fun you won’t want to miss!
Time & Location
October 31, 2026 - Lake Lurleen State Park, 13226 Lake Lurleen Rd, Coker, AL 35452
Friday, October 30, 2026 Pre-ride will open at noon with taped course.
Saturday, October 31, 2026 XC Race for Juniors, Adults & EMTB and Kid's Acorn Race
Online registration only:
XC Regular Registration Price $50
Add $10 to all PRO/CAT 1 15+ (overall payout)
$10 Late after October 26, 2026
Includes t-shirt if registered by cut off date (10 days prior to event date).
Map - coming soon!
Start Times
Check In Opens at 8am
Acorn Kids Races (Ages 3-9) 8:30am
EMTB 9:30am
PRO / CAT 1 10:15am
CAT 2 / Single Speed - 10:30am
CAT 3 - 11am
Women's Novice - 11:15am
Clydesdale- 11:15am
Sasquatch -11:15am
Awards to follow
Lodging: Book your group rate for Zombie Squirrel Apocalypse XC 2026 at the Residence Inn by Marriott Tuscaloosa:
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Severe weather policy
Unless otherwise posted, race will be held. Safety of all racers is our main priority. If there is a delay or cancellation due to weather conditions, racers are responsible for checking information posted by director.
The information will be posted on the homepage of website, social network avenues, and via email up to 72 hours prior to the race.
Transfer/Refund Policy
There will be no registration refunds once registration is processed. We will allow transfers to upcoming races. All transfers must be requested 10 days prior and is only allowed for races that were rescheduled. Transfers will not be allowed 10 days before race or after race.
