Trail Running calendar near Stearns 2025-2026

Take on a Last Man Standing backyard ultra in scenic Jamestown, Tennessee on a 4.167 mile out and back through woods, creek crossings and mixed terrain. Camp onsite, enjoy warm aid and chase a coveted 100 mile belt buckle.

Join the Pilgrimage in the Park 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving Day at Pulaski Park in Nancy, Kentucky, for a scenic trail run with views of Lake Cumberland. Proceeds support the American Cancer Society and a fun family run welcomes everyone.

Join a festive 5K road run or walk, 10K trail race, and kids fun run on Dec 6 in Corbin to honor a beloved pastor and support Laurel Lake Baptist Camp. Enjoy holiday decorations, hot cocoa, cookies and family friendly fun.

Explore scenic, technical trails at Mead's Quarry and Ijams Nature Center with a Half Marathon, 10K, or Kids Trail Mile. Enjoy rocky single track, flowing bike trails, aid stations, and a welcoming race vibe.

Ring in the New Year with The Last Snout Standing, an elimination style loop run supporting Flying Pigs Sanctuary. Expect a bonfire, live music, champagne toasts and on site camping for a festive, charitable send off to 2025.

Run the Frozen Nuts Trail Run in Nancy, Kentucky on January 3, 2026 with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 5K competitive walk. Scenic winter trails and solid on course support make it great for racers and casual runners alike.

Take on the Wanderers' Trail Race on January 25 at Maryville College Woods. The chip timed 5k winds over hills, streams and roots, with a kids trail mile and youth 5k for a family friendly day of scenic trail running.

Run the wild Warbird 100 in Hyden, Kentucky this mid March 2026, with 100 mile, 50k and half marathon options on scenic trail terrain. Shorter course runners may meet 100 mile finishers as routes overlap near the finish.

Hit the trails in Nancy Kentucky on March 21 2026 for the Lucky Opossum, featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K run and a 5K competitive walk. Scenic singletrack and friendly competition make it a perfect spring challenge.

Take on the Southern Grit Endurance Challenge in Parksville KY April 18 and 19 2026 with timed 3 Hour to 24 Hour running and rucking on a scenic loop where wooded hills meet farmland. Camp onsite, race into the night with required headlamps..

Worlds Fair Ultras in downtown Knoxville lets you lap a USATF certified loop with events from 3 hour to 24 hour and distances up to 100 miles and a custom buckle for 100 mile finishers. Food trucks, music and on site aid make it a festival.

Join the Veterans Heritage Ridge Run on Saturday April 25, 2026 to support Sharps Ridge Veterans Memorial Park. Choose a 5K trail run, 10K ruck race or a 1 mile family walk through scenic wooded hills while cheering on JROTC teams.

Conquer the Bluff is a 4.2 mile mountain run in Jacksboro climbing to Eagle Bluff and back with 930 feet of elevation gain. Proceeds support Campbell County High School scholarships and high school athletes run free.

Three Sisters Ultra Festival in Maryville College Woods offers 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour timed trail options plus relays on a friendly 2 mile loop with aid available every lap. Enjoy live music and a lively festival vibe as you stack loop..

Experience the Dog Days of Summer Trail Race weekend in Grandview, Tennessee, with looped trails from 1 mile to 24 hour events over hilly summer terrain. Camp by the course and run to benefit Flying Pigs Animal Sanctuary.

Run a 50K on a secret course at Frozen Head State Park with steep climbs, runnable sections and sparse markings revealed the night before. Finish early or push for the full test and vie for guaranteed Big Barkley spring slots.