Trail Running calendar near Bowling Green 2026-2027

OUTLAST Nashville is a six-hour endurance test. Runners face a trail 5K every hour, with the goal of completing all six laps to earn the final medal. The event combines pacing on natural terrain with a national leaderboard and prize structu..

Multi-day trail event in Franklin, TN offering set-distance 200 and 100 mile races on a 2 mile single track loop. Entrants must self support, use GPS to verify distance, and note there are no pets or refunds.

A two-day trail adventure at Saunders Springs Nature Preserve. Saturday hosts 6-hour mountain bike endurance races, while Sunday features trail runs from 5K to 25K. All events are run on scenic singletrack, with proceeds supporting local tr..

The Otter Creek Trail Relay is a two-day team event in Kentucky's Otter Creek Park. Teams of 2 or 4 tackle three scenic trail loops of varying distances, running through forests and along the Ohio River. The overnight format features a cent..

Experience 800 acres of natural beauty at the Bells Bend 6 Miler. Run along the Cumberland River on soft grass and dirt trails during this community event held alongside the Nashville Outdoor Recreation Festival.

Experience the natural beauty of Green River Lake State Park with several trail distances ranging from a kids run to a half marathon. Join this off road event in Campbellsville for a day of technical climbs and scenic park trails.

Run a scenic lakeside out and back 5K at Freeman Lake Park to support families affected by Batten Disease. Every participant receives a finisher medal for completing this meaningful community event in Elizabethtown.

Explore the scenic grounds of the Loretto Motherhouse on a trail run or walk. The course winds through woodlands, past lakes, and along gravel paths on the property. This event supports the local community and welcomes participants of all p..

Experience a weekend of outdoor sports at McDougal Lake with trail runs and mountain bike races ranging from 4 to 32 miles. Compete for podium spots or enjoy the party lap at this multi discipline trail festival.

This 31 mile point to point endurance run takes participants from downtown Elizabethtown to the Brandenburg waterfront. Runners must provide their own crew vehicle and follow specific safety protocols for this summer road challenge.

This charity 5K run and walk supports Talon Lopez, a 10-year-old with an anoxic brain injury. The event offers in-person and virtual options, plus a free run for kids 12 and under. It takes place at River Front Park in Brandenburg, Kentucky..

Run for 12 hours on a scenic loop course through Saunder Springs Nature Preserve. Choose to tackle the trails solo or as part of a two or four-person team. The challenge is to cover as much distance as possible on terrain featuring forests,..

Experience a scenic trail run through the hills of Kentucky at the historic Bill Monroe Homeplace. This event features 5K, 10K, and 25K distances accompanied by live bluegrass music and on site camping.

Run or walk through history at the 5th Annual 7th President 7K on the grounds of Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage. This cross country event features a scenic course past historic mansions and 19th century landmarks.

Join the second annual memorial run in Pleasant View to support student athlete scholarships and local athletic facilities. This timed event features both 5k and 1 mile distances for all participants.

The Natchez Trace Trail Run takes place on November 7, 2026, in Franklin, TN. It features four trail running distances and a rucking division, all on the trails of the Natchez Trace Parkway. Specific rules apply for hydration, crew support,..

Dirt Circus brings its free community festival to Nashville for the first time. Join a casual 3-mile group run, enjoy food, an expo, and a raffle with prizes. It's a gathering to celebrate local trail running and connect with the community.

Join the gravel out and back races at Ephram White Park featuring 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances. Complete the park circuit to earn your finisher medal and series points in this festive Kentucky event.

The Bell Ringer Trail Run is a December event at Montgomery Bell State Park in Tennessee. It offers 50K, 25K, and 15K distances on the park's moderate trail network. All proceeds support the park's preservation.

Celebrate the holiday season at the Nashville Jingle Bell Trot, a festive run through Orchard Bend Park. The event features a chip-timed 5k, a virtual option, and a free 1k Kids Run. Proceeds benefit The Nashville Food Project.