Trail Running calendar near McMinnville 2026-2027

A flat 1 mile loop ultrarunning event in Watertown, TN offering 6, 12 (day and night), and 24 hour divisions, with separate ruck and weighted vest categories and designated 10 by 10 aid areas.

A trail-based 6 Miler in Fairview, Tennessee on July 26, 2026, organized by Nashville Running Company. The course uses single and double track with gradual inclines; aid stations provide water but no cups.

Trail races of a half marathon and a 10K through Enterprise South Nature Park in Chattanooga, TN. Courses use wide pedestrian trails then nontechnical bike trails, and proceeds support the Wild Trails nonprofit.

A mid-August trail running weekend in Grandview, Tennessee with looped races from one hour to 24 hours, free tent camping and a glamping auction; proceeds support Flying Pigs Sanctuary.

Timed 8 hour, 6 hour, and 3 hour endurance runs on a paved 0.78 mile loop around Dottie West Park in McMinnville with aid station food, restroom access every lap, and proceeds donated to Relay For Life.

Experience a unique multi day ultramarathon where your age determines your clock. Run as many miles as possible on a one mile loop in a community focused event that celebrates veteran athletes and long distance legends.

A 3-, 6-, and 9-hour trail event at Reflection Riding Arboretum in Chattanooga on a 2.1-mile loop with about 190 feet of climb per loop; aid station provided, camping available, and timing by Chattanooga Track Club.

Oli Via in Chattanooga on September 6, 2026 is a dirt-trail event offering a half marathon and a 5K. The half marathon includes 2,444 feet of climbing and has a 3 hour 28 minute cutoff; the 5K cutoff is 1 hour.

Trail races at Frozen Head State Park near Wartburg TN offer a Half Marathon and a 50K on repeated ridge loops with substantial elevation gain, limited aid, and a capped field size.

Trail races on Bauxite Ridge in Collegedale, TN on September 7, 2026, featuring a 15K, 8K and 1K kids run with marked single track, stocked aid stations, cupless hydration policy, and awards for podium finishers.

A trail ultra in Sparta Tennessee on September 12, 2026, traversing Caney Fork and Scotts Gulf with 50 mile and 25K run or ruck options, and start and finish at Camp Latimer with on-site lodging.

A Pinhoti Trail running weekend in Dalton, GA offering 100, 50, 35 and 18 mile races, bused starts for shorter distances, and a looped course section that eases crew access.

A 50 kilometer trail race at Frozen Head State Park on September 19, 2026, with the course map revealed the night before. GPS and pacers are prohibited and a decision point separates a marathon finish from the full 50k.

A 5K at Cathedral Caverns State Park near Woodville, AL on September 20, 2026, featuring a 0.6 mile out and back through a lit cave. Entries are limited to waves of 200 runners and registration carries a $45 fee.

A third annual off-road 5K on a historic family farm in Soddy Daisy, Tennessee, with a course through sunflower fields and pastures and views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

An obstacle race weekend at Neal Farms near Nashville featuring Sprint 5 km and Super 10 km courses, a 12 foot wide creek obstacle, kids races, and multiple Hurricane Heat formats.

Little Dog's Backyard Ultra is a Last Runner Standing event in Bell Buckle, Tennessee on October 3, 2026. It uses a 4.1666667 mile loop, limits the field to 75 entrants and lists an entry fee of USD 131.30.

Trail races at Long Hunter State Park outside Nashville with Half Marathon, Marathon and 50K routes that circle Couchville Lake and use the Bryant Grove trail and cliff loop. The course mixes dirt singletrack and paved greenway.

A three day, 60 mile stage trail race in Chattanooga, Tennessee on October 16 to 18, 2026. Each day uses a different mountain trail and strict time cutoffs and pace expectations apply.

A 7K run and a 2-mile walk on the historic grounds of Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, featuring mixed surfaces and views of Tulip Grove and the Hermitage Mansion. Proceeds support the Andrew Jackson Foundation.