Trail Running calendar near Rocky Top 2025-2026

The 7th Annual Veterans Heritage Ridge Run Event features a 10K Ruck Race, alongside a 5K Trail Run and a Family Fun Walk, taking place at Sharps Ridge in Knoxville, TN. This event serves as a fundraiser to support the construction and maintenance of the Sharps Ridge Veterans Memorial Park. Particip..

The Oscar Blevins Trail Runs, held at Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Oneida, TN, features a variety of trail running events, including 4-mile and 7-mile races, as well as a 1-mile kids run. This low-key event emphasizes participation over competition, with no age group or overa..

Conquer the Bluff is a challenging 4.1-mile running event taking place in Jacksboro, Tennessee, aimed at raising funds for Campbell County High School scholarships. Participants will navigate a course that includes a significant elevation gain of 930 feet, culminating at the top of Eagle Bluff, wher..

Hann Jivin' in the Dark is an exciting night running event taking place in Knoxville, TN, featuring a 6-mile race and a Kids Trail Mile. The event is designed to provide a unique experience as participants navigate through the wooded trails of Knoxville's Urban Wilderness, with the course being most..

The Blue Heron 10K is a scenic trail race set in the stunning Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, taking place on May 17, 2025. This challenging 6.1-mile course features an elevation gain of 1,023 feet and offers breathtaking views, including waterfalls and sandstone bluffs. Limited to..

The Tennessee Mountain Laurel Festival 5K Trail Run and 10K Road/Trail Run is set to take place in Wartburg, TN, on May 17, 2025. Participants can choose between a challenging 5K trail run and a scenic 10K road/trail run, both featuring varied terrain and beautiful landscapes near Frozen Head State..

The Three Sisters Ultra Festival is an exciting running event taking place in Maryville, TN, featuring 24-hour, 12-hour, and 6-hour timed races on scenic trails. Participants can enjoy a unique experience with options to run at night, and there are relay teams for added camaraderie. The course consi..

The Sharp's Ridge Rambler is a running event taking place in Knoxville, TN, featuring a variety of races including a 10k, 4-mile run, and a Kids Trail Mile. The event is designed for participants of all ages, with special categories for students aged 14 and under. The courses are set in a scenic par..

The 1776 Merica event is a fun run organized by East Coast Adventures, taking place on July 4th in Greenback, TN. This event celebrates Independence Day with a choice of two distances: the full Merica at 17.76 miles or the half Merica at 7.11 miles. Participants can enjoy a festive atmosphere while..

The Haw Ridge Trail Race, scheduled for July 12, 2025, in Oak Ridge, TN, features an 8-mile trail run and a Kids Trail Mile. The 8-mile course includes early climbs and scenic views along the lake, while the Kids Trail Mile promises a fun, mostly off-road experience. Registration fees are $25 for ad..

The The Cherokee - Tellico Plains, TN will take place in Tellico Plains on Saturday 19 July 2025. You can run between 70 and 130 kilometers.

The Trojan Trek - Morristown, TN will take place in Morristown on Saturday 2 August 2025. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Fort Frenzy Ultra Festival is a 24-hour endurance race held at Fort Loudon State Historic Park in Vonore, Tennessee. The event features multiple race categories, including 3-hour, 6-hour, 12-hour, and 24-hour runs, as well as a new 6-hour ruck division. Runners can attempt to complete 50K or mor..

The Panther Creek Challenge is a running event taking place in Morristown, Tennessee, featuring a variety of race options including a 10-mile, 5-mile, and a Kids Trail Mile. This event is designed to cater to runners of all ages and skill levels, with specific categories for students aged 14 and und..

The Barkley Fall Classic is a challenging 50-kilometer trail race held at Frozen Head State Park in Tennessee. Inspired by the legendary Barkley Marathons, it features rugged trails, significant climbs, and unpredictable terrain, with course details kept secret until the night before. The race empha..

The Dirt Circuit, taking place at Panther Creek State Park in Morristown, TN, offers a variety of ultra-marathon races including 3, 6, 12, and 24-hour options. This event is designed for runners of all skill levels and features a scenic 2.9-mile loop course that combines wide and single-track trails..

The Big South Fork Trail Race is an exciting running event scheduled for September 27, 2025, in Oneida, Tennessee. Participants can choose between a challenging 17.5-mile trail race and a 10K run, both set in the scenic Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. The course features a mix of..

The No Business 100 is an annual 100-mile trail race held in Jamestown, Tennessee, featuring a scenic loop course that traverses the Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. Scheduled for October 24-25, 2025, this challenging event includes approximately 14,500 feet of elevation gain and des..

The Firewater Ultra is a trail running event held on October 25, 2025, in Greenback, Tennessee, along the scenic East Lakeshore Trail on the Tellico Reservoir. The race offers multiple options, including a 100K, a 50K Sunrise, a 50K Sunset, and a 50K relay. The course features well-maintained trails..

The Norris Ultra Dam Hard Trail Race is set to take place at Norris Dam State Park in Tennessee, featuring two challenging events: a 50k and a 25k race. Both courses traverse scenic single-track trails and jeep roads within the park and the Norris Municipal Watershed. Participants can expect multipl..