Trail Running calendar near Knoxville 2026-2027

A 4.2 mile race in Jacksboro that climbs about 930 feet to an overlook on Eagle Bluff and returns to the start, with proceeds supporting Campbell County High School scholarships.

Events The event features three main activities. 5K (Ages 13 and up) 5K (Ages 8-12 years) Fun Run (Ages 4 and up) The 5K course takes place on trails at Montvale and includes 20 obstacles, such as Adversity Hill, Tire Traverse, and the A-..

Hann Jivin' in the Dark is a nighttime trail run in Knoxville's Urban Wilderness. Runners must bring their own light for the 6+ mile course through unlit wooded trails. The event also features a kids' trail mile and is part of a larger trai..

Altra Trail Fun Run on May 10 in Knoxville features a designated 3 miles untimed trail route with on-site Altra shoe demos and a post-run gathering with coffee and optional breakfast burritos; registration is free.

This 104-mile ultramarathon traverses the Chattahoochee National Forest with 33,000 feet of climbing. It qualifies for major lottery races and has strict entry requirements for experienced trail runners.

A point to point 57.5 miles trail race from Blairsville to Blue Ridge through the Chattahoochee National Forest. The course includes technical single track, mountain roads, over 17,000 feet of ascent and descent, and 10 aid stations.

Experience a scenic 6.1 mile trail race through the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area featuring sandstone bluffs and waterfalls. This exclusive event is limited to 100 runners and offers over 1000 feet of elevation gain.

A timed trail event in Cleveland TN with 3, 6, 12, and 24 hour races plus a rucking division on a 4.35 mile forest loop; proceeds support local youth and community programs.

A grassroots trail half marathon in Sky Valley, Georgia on May 31, 2026. The event offers only timing results, no swag or awards, allows day of cash registration for a fee, and does not permit refunds or transfers.

Experience an adventure through Knoxville Urban Wilderness with SwimRun team and individual events or 5k and Half Marathon trail runs at Mead Quarry.

A timed trail festival in Maryville College Woods with 24hr, 12hr and 6hr events on a 2-mile loop, plus relays, night options, chip timing, on-course aid, and a paired double-ultra medal option.

Experience the moderately technical and flowing trails of Knoxville at Sharp's Ridge Rambler. This event features 7 mile, 4 mile, and 1 mile trail races that climb and descend the scenic ridges of the park.

Experience a 6 mile out and back trail race along a scenic logging road in Rocky Fork State Park. Run alongside the creek to support park improvements as part of the State of Franklin Track Club Trail Series.

A July event in Madisonville, TN featuring 17.76- and 7.4-mile courses, an in-person ruck division with set pack weights, and a virtual 17.76 option; the course follows the Kefauver greenway and local bike trail.

Experience the scenic trails of Oak Ridge at the Haw Ridge Trail Race. Balance a significant early ridge climb with several miles of smooth running along the lake in this 8 mile or kids 1 mile event.

A mountain ultramarathon in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, with three options: 130K, 70K, and the Waucheesi 24M vertical challenge. Courses use trails in Cherokee National Forest with aid stations, a finish celebration, and live YouTube coverag..

Experience a relaxed weekend of mountain running and community at the Nantahala National Forest. This adult trail camp features group runs and forest adventures for all activity levels in a social campground setting.

Brave the summer heat and hills of rural Tennessee in this unique trail race supporting animal rescue. Choose your challenge from one to twenty-four hours on a repeating loop course. All proceeds benefit the Flying Pigs Animal Sanctuary, an..

An endurance running festival at Fort Loudoun State Historic Park featuring timed loop races from 3 to 24 hours, a ruck division with specific weight rules, finisher awards, and a $500 prize for a new 24-hour course record.

Bryre Dragon at Vogel State Park offers three trail races over the Duncan Ridge with multiple aid points, landmark cutoffs, and time limits for each distance.