Trail Running calendar near Grandview 2025-2026

Take on the Fiery Gizzard Run at Foster Falls State Park with marathon, half marathon, or a 13 mile ruck division. Expect ridge line trails, waterfalls and steep technical descents on a rugged, limited access course.

Run through waterfalls and valley views at Cloudland Canyon State Park on December 6 to 7, 2025, with 50 mile, 50K, 25K and 5 mile trail options across rolling loops and steep climbs. Finishers earn commemorative swag and medals.

Hit scenic, technical trails at the Dirty South Trail Races in Knoxville on December 7, 2025, featuring a half marathon, 10K and Kids Trail Mile through Ijams Nature Center and Ross Marble Quarry. Early registrants may receive a special tec..

Tackle rugged single track and breathtaking bluff views at the Lookout Mountain Trail Race on December 20 at Covenant College, GA. Distances from 10K to 50 miles make this a perfect winter trail challenge for every level, benefiting Wild Tr..

Hit scenic trails at the Bad Beard x Evergreen Holiday Hustle, a festive trail run benefiting the Tennessee River Gorge Trust. Choose a short or longer loop or a kids fun run, then enjoy Christmas swag and pancakes at the finish.

Run the Duncan Ridge ridgeline at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA, Jan 13 to 18 2026, with distances from 25 km to a 200 mile epic. Marked loops, staffed aid stations and crew access make this a rugged multi day ultramarathon for adven..

Run scenic singletrack on the Tsali Trail beside Fontana Lake with Great Smoky Mountain views in 50K, 30K or 8K distances. The 50K is the NC USATF 50K Trail Championship with prize money and volunteer supported aid stations.

Tackle a rugged 25K trail run atop Raccoon Mountain near Chattanooga on Jan 17, 2026. Enjoy technical singletrack, aid stations, and a commemorative campfire mug at the finish.

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.

Take on rolling camp trails at the Wesley Woods Trail Race with a kids 1 mile run, 3, 6, 9 and 12 mile trail races and a 3 mile guided hike. Hilly single and double track loops, aid station support, and proceeds benefit Camp Wesley Woods.

Gone Loco in Athens Tennessee on Feb 8, 2026 offers 33 mile, 11 mile and 11 mile ruck routes along a flat, runnable former rail trail through woodlands and countryside. Only 150 spots so register early for swag.

Challenge the trails from Lookout Mountain to Ross's Landing in Chattanooga with ultra distances and a team relay for all levels. Cross the finish to celebrate with a whiskey festival, live music and riverside vibes.

Celebrate spring with a run among the vines at Matchmakers & Mimosas 5K at Ott Vineyards in Ellijay. Finishers get a medal and a mimosa, with Sip and Stroll and virtual options available.

Run scenic singletrack on White Oak Mountain at the McKee Southern 6, a spirited 6K in Collegedale TN hosted by Southern Adventist University. Cash prizes and proceeds support outdoor programs for local youth.

Run a one loop 50K through the wooded ridges of Enterprise South Nature Park on varied park and single track trails. Aid stations and a passage through a concrete TNT bunker near mile 17 make this a memorable trail run.

Scenic, rugged trails in the Cohutta Wilderness near Ellijay Georgia with 30k or 50k options, steep climbs, creek crossings and waterfall views. Aid stations and basecamp hospitality keep you fueled.

Run sandstone strewn single track on Signal Mountain and Walden Ridge with Tennessee River Gorge views at the Bad Beard Stump Jump. Choose a 50K or a 10 Miler and enjoy a shirt, post race meal and local beer.

Run rugged singletrack in McLemore Cove with steep climbs up Pigeon Mountain and scenic passages by Rocktown. Choose 10K, 30K or 50K for a challenging day on the trails with epic views and a 50K time limit of 10 hours.

Georgia Death Race is a legendary 74 mile trail ultramarathon across North Georgia with about 16,000 feet of climb and descent. Runners carry a 1 lb railroad spike to toss at the finish in a storied tradition.

Run the rugged, waterfall dotted trails of Savage Gulf State Natural Area at the Savage Gulf Marathon or 25K. Limited to 200 entrants, this technical course offers jaw dropping bluff views and supports Tennessee park ranger scholarships.