Trail Running calendar near Knoxville 2025-2026
We have found 24 Trailruns within 80 miles of Knoxville. See below where and when you can find the races.
We have found 24 Trailruns within 80 miles of Knoxville. See below where and when you can find the races.
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.
Tackle the Chestnut Chase 10K at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton NC for a scenic, challenging trail run with a big climb early and rolling hills before a downhill finish. Proceeds support NCMTR and the Chestnut Mountain Foundation.
Run Assault on BlackRock, a rugged 7 mile trail to a 5,810 foot summit with rocky single track and steep climbs. Beat one hour for $400 or finish in 101 minutes for a buckle and help fund outdoor murals in downtown Sylva.
The Georgia Death Race is a legendary 74 mile trail ultramarathon in Blairsville GA with roughly 16,000 feet of climbing and descent through the mountains. Runners carry a railroad spike to toss at the finish and earn an engraved keepsake.
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.
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.
Test your limits on the Cruel Jewel 100, a rugged 104 mile trail through the North Georgia mountains with roughly 33,000 feet of climbing and 20 aid stations. This Western States and Hardrock qualifier offers wild scenery and serious challe..
Cruel Jewel 50 is a rugged 57.5 mile point to point trail race through the North Georgia Mountains, finishing in Blue Ridge on May 16, 2026. Expect technical single track, steep climbs, a scenic Toccoa River crossing and big elevation gain.