Trail Running calendar near Morristown 2026-2027

SwimRun Knox on May 31, 2026 features a 12.25 mile swimrun at Mead's Quarry and Ijams Nature Center plus a 3.18 mile trail 5k and a 13.1 mile trail half marathon, with team and individual entry options.

Trail races in Old Fort, NC on June 6, 2026 offering a 50 km loop, a point to point net downhill half marathon, and a 10 km figure eight on the Old Fort Gateway trails, with aid stations, shuttles for the half, and race swag for finishers.

A timed trail festival in Maryville with 24, 12 and 6 hour events plus relays and night options on a 2.2 mile wooded loop. On-site aid, live music and a Double Ultra option with matching medals are part of the weekend.

A multi-distance trail event in Norton, Virginia with singletrack, gravel and ridgeline terrain, substantial elevation gain, and distinct 25k, 50k, 100k and 100 mile formats. Ultra finishers receive a Woodbooger buckle.

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 4 running and rucking event in Madisonville, TN offering **17.76 miles** and **7.4 miles**, an on-site ruck division with weight rules, and a virtual option with GPS-supported submissions between July 2 and July 8.

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.

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.

An evening trail 5K at Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, NC featuring a mixed-surface course with gentle climbs, options for in-person or virtual participation, post-race food and a community atmosphere. A weekend challenge pairs..

Old Fort Fifty takes place Saturday, 8 August 2026. The event materials include an event schedule, course maps, registration status checks, and automatic race-day result posting for connected Twitter accounts.

A 5K trail race on the Flag Rock Area Trails in Norton presented as part of the High Knob Outdoor Fest. Registration is $20 until Aug. 11 and $25 on race day; awards go to the top three men and women and all runners receive a festival T-shi..

An endurance festival on a 3.65 mile loop around Tellico Lake offering 24, 12, 6, 3 hour races and a 6 hour ruck division. Finisher awards are given and a $500 prize is offered for breaking the 24 hour course record.

Experience an off road adventure at Panther Creek State Park featuring half marathon and 10K trail distances. Run through wooded loops and scenic lakeside paths in this established Tennessee trail series event.

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.

An off road 3 mile obstacle course with mud pits, hills, water and multiple waves at Harmony Family Center in Maryville on September 12, 2026. A separate 1K youth run allows an adult to accompany young children.

An inaugural running event on the Ecusta Trail in Hendersonville on September 12, 2026, featuring a 5K (in-person and virtual) and a 1 mile fun run, with race shirts, finisher medals, chip timing, and support options for the Ecusta Trail.

A 50 kilometer trail event at Frozen Head State Park that mirrors elements of the Barkley Marathons. The map is revealed the night before, GPS is prohibited, and runners face significant climbs, navigation choices, and a strict decision poi..

Multi-distance timed trail event at Panther Creek State Park with a 2.9 mile loop, relay and ruck divisions, on-site aid and Base Camp camping.

A 5K trail run and a 1 mile asphalt fun run at Big Ridge State Park in Maynardville, Tennessee on September 19, 2026. Online preregistration is available and fees support the Y's health and education programs.