Trail Running calendar near Oak Ridge 2026-2027

Experience rugged singletrack around Fontana Lake and the Great Smoky Mountains at Tsali Ultra, with 8K, 30K and 50K distances to challenge every trail runner. The 50K doubles as the NC USATF 50 km Trail Championship.

Enjoy a wooded 5k through Maryville College Woods with hills, streams, roots, and rocky terrain starting at McArthur Pavilion. Family friendly with a Kids Trail Mile and student options, chip timed and part of the Knoxville Track Club trail..

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.

Join TRAP 2026 at Meadow Creek Park for a fun trail run and refreshing lake plunge on a relaxed 5ish K course, with a plunge only option. Kids enjoy a fun run and ball pit plunge, and tickets include breakfast, a swag item and warming tents..

Gone Loco is an endurance event on the flat, runnable Eureka Trail in Athens TN with a 55k, 11 miler and 11 mile ruck. Limited to 150 runners and the 55k is a Cherokee Ultra qualifier, making it ideal for fast trail miles or rucking.

Take on the McKee Southern 6, a scenic 6K through White Oak Mountain trails in Collegedale, TN, featuring a steep early climb and rolling finish. Proceeds benefit Southern Adventist University's outdoor programs for local kids.

Take on mud and hills at Dark Hollow Wallow with 11 mile, 5 mile and Kids Trail Mile options for all ages. Rustic trail racing with aid stations and family friendly entries, so bring water and be ready for a challenge.

Hit the trails at Lucky O'possum on March 21, 2026 in Nancy, Kentucky. Choose a half marathon, 10K or 5K trail run for a fun day of challenge and community.

Assault on BlackRock is a seven mile trail race in Sylva NC on March 21, 2026 that climbs to the summit through spruce forests along the Plott Balsam spine. Expect rugged single track, steep pitches and a festive community vibe.

The Trail That Can't Be Concord on March 21 in Knoxville is a spirited trail race at Concord Park offering 10K, 20K and a kids trail mile on moderately hilly single loop terrain. Join the Knoxville Track Club series with season pass options..

Run scenic trails at Fall Creek Falls State Park with a 50K or half marathon on the restored course and stocked aid stations. Finish with event swag, a long sleeve shirt and mugs plus hot food to celebrate.

Stillhouse 100K in Soddy Daisy TN is a brutally beautiful trail ultra on technical single track with nearly 12,000 feet of climbing over rugged creeks and ridgelines. This demanding 100K is suited for experienced ultrarunners only.

Run or walk to support Sharps Ridge Veterans Memorial Park with trail 5K and 10K ruck options plus a family mile, in person April 25 or virtually April 18 to 26. Enjoy wooded, hilly routes and a friendly community vibe for all paces.

Take on the Brasstown Bald Buster, a scenic but tough 5K climb to Georgia's highest peak with about 1,700 feet of ascent. A ruck division follows the same course and every finisher earns a shirt and medal.

Run 100 or 50 miles through the Appalachian Mountains near Robbinsville NC on April 25, 2026, featuring waterfalls, lakes and spring wildflowers. The 100 mile route climbs about 22000 ft and this will be Run Bum Races final event.

Conquer the Bluff in Jacksboro, TN on May 2, 2026 is a 4.2 mile climb to Eagle Bluff with about 930 feet of gain. Proceeds benefit Campbell County High School scholarships and high school athletes may enter free.

Join Hann Jivin' in the Dark in Knoxville on May 9 for a 6 mile or kids mile night trail run through the Urban Wilderness. Trails are mostly unlit so bring a headlamp and enjoy a scenic, community focused evening on winding trails.

The Laurel Lake 10k will take place in London on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 45 miles.

The Cruel Jewel 100 is a 104 mile mountain trail race in the Chattahoochee National Forest near Blue Ridge GA, featuring 33,000 feet of climbing and a 48 hour limit. Rugged singletrack, remote aid stations, and sweeping mountain views make..

Cruel Jewel 50 is a rugged point to point trail run across the North Georgia Mountains, covering about 57.5 miles from Blairsville to Blue Ridge. Expect steep climbs, rocky ridgelines, old growth forests, a historic Toccoa River bridge, and..