Trail Running calendar near Knoxville 2025-2026

Fierce Dragon is a multi day trail event at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA featuring ultramarathon distances from 40K to an epic 200 mile challenge. Register by Jan 8 to tackle classic Duncan Ridge terrain with aid supported courses.

Enjoy scenic trails along Fontana Lake with Great Smoky Mountain views at the Tsali Ultra on January 17, 2026, offering 8K, 30K and 50K options. The 50K also serves as the NC USATF Trail Championship for a competitive challenge.

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.

Join the Wesley Woods Trail Race on Feb 7 for scenic, hilly trail runs and a kids gravel mile at Camp Wesley Woods in Townsend TN. Multiple distances from a 3 mile loop to a 12 mile challenge, with proceeds supporting camp ministries.

Gone Loco on Feb 8, 2026 is a flat, runnable rails to trails test along the Eureka Trail in Athens Tennessee, featuring a 55k, an 11 mile and an 11 mile ruck. The field is capped at 150 entries so register early.

Hit the trails at Big Ridge State Park for the Dark Hollow Wallow, featuring challenging hilly 11 mile and 5 mile trail races plus a Kids Trail Mile. Aid stations have very small cups so bring your own water, and students and KTC members sa..

Assault on BlackRock in Sylva NC on March 21 is a rugged 7 mile trail to the BlackRock summit with steep single track and epic views. Tackle massive elevation, chase buckle and cash prizes, and support outdoor murals downtown.

Run the scenic, moderately hilly single track at Concord Park in Knoxville on March 21, 2026 with 10K, 20K and a kids trail mile to choose from. Expect a friendly trail vibe, challenging terrain and a fun day outdoors.

Georgia Death Race is a brutal 74 mile trail in North Georgia with 16,000 feet of climb and descent. Carry a railroad spike and finish under 24 hours to earn a Western States qualifier and an engraved spike.

Support Sharps Ridge Veterans Memorial Park at the Veterans Heritage Ridge Run on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Choose a 5K timed trail run, 10K Ruck Race or 1 mile family walk through scenic wooded hills with a JROTC competition.

Take on the Brasstown Bald Buster 5K, a 3.1 mile road climb to the summit with 1700 feet of ascent and breathtaking mountain views. Optional ruck division, awards, and a finisher shirt and medal make this a bold summit challenge.

Conquer the Bluff on May 2, 2026 in Jacksboro, Tennessee invites runners to tackle a rugged 4.2 mile out and back with a 930 foot climb to a scenic overlook. Proceeds benefit Campbell County High School scholarships.

Run through Knoxville's Urban Wilderness after dark in this 6 mile trail race with student and kids options on May 9, 2026. Trails are mostly unlit so bring a headlamp or flashlight and expect a fun challenging night adventure.

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 57.5 mile point to point trail from Blairsville to Blue Ridge in the North Georgia Mountains, with technical single track, the Dragon's Spine steel bridge, and more than 17,000 feet of elevation change. Expect a rugged,..

Join the Johnston Woods Trail Festival on May 23 for timed races from 3 hour to 24 hour, plus a 12 hour night race and a 6 hour ruck option. Tackle runnable 4.35 mile forest loops with rolling hills and creeks and support kids' summer camp.

Run the Rabun Half Marathon, a grassroots trail race through scenic Sky Valley GA on Sunday May 31 2026. This no frills event celebrates pure trail miles and community spirit with day of registration and volunteer opportunities.

Take on the Three Sisters Ultra Festival on a scenic 2 mile loop in Maryville College Woods with 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour timed events, relays and day or night options. Live music and pavilion amenities add festival fun.

Run the scenic trails of Sharp's Ridge in Knoxville on June 6, 2026 with 7 mile, 4 mile and kids mile options. Expect flowing, moderately technical singletrack, supportive aid stations and a lively community vibe for all ages and paces.

Celebrate July 4 in Madisonville TN with the 1776 Merica Run offering 17.76 and 7.4 mile courses plus a ruck division. Run in person or virtually July 2 to 8 along scenic lakeside trails with a post race cookout.