Trail Running calendar near Soddy-Daisy 2026-2027

The Vol State is a 314 mile, self supported journey on foot from Missouri to Georgia. With no aid stations or crew support, runners must navigate the July heat and find their own supplies. It's a true test of self reliance across the Americ..

Event Distances The event offers three distances: 130K (85 miles) 70K (46 miles) Waucheesi Challenge (24 miles) Course Details The routes take place in the Cherokee National Forest near Tellico Plains, Tennessee. They follow historic path..

Escape for a long weekend of camping and trail running in the Nantahala National Forest. This adult camp focuses on community and relaxed fun, with group runs for all paces. Participants bring their own gear and camp at Rattler Ford Group C..

Trail races at Red Top Mountain State Park offering 8.85 miles and 3.1 miles on marked park trails, capped at 325 entries with on-site awards and multiple water stations.

Run through the wooded trails of Enterprise South Nature Park near Chattanooga. Choose between a fast 10K or a half marathon that explores remote areas. The event supports local trail conservation.

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..

Event Overview The Fort Frenzy Ultra Festival is a timed endurance event held at Fort Loudon State Historic Park in Vonore, Tennessee. The race takes place on a trail loop around Tellico Lake. Distances The event offers several timed race o..

The Bryre Dragon offers a demanding weekend of trail running on the Duncan Ridge in Georgia. Choose from a 100-mile, 40-mile, or daylight 40K race, all starting from Vogel State Park. The courses feature significant elevation gain and suppo..

The H9 Dragon is a club trail run along the Duncan Ridge at Vogel State Park in Georgia. Choose between the 50 mile or marathon distance. Participation requires H9 trail club membership, with the entry fee covering food, support, a t-shirt,..

The Oli Via trail races in Chattanooga offer a half marathon and 5K on entirely dirt courses. With significant elevation gain on both distances, it's a challenging event suited for runners and hikers meeting specific pace requirements. The..

The Caney Fork Ultra explores Tennessee's remote Caney Fork backcountry from Camp Latimer. Choose between a demanding 50-mile route or a rugged 25K run or ruck. The event offers a full weekend experience with on-site camping and a community..

Celebrate 20 years at the Twisted Ankle Trail Race in Georgia's Sloppy Floyd State Park. This special edition features a unique 20-mile option alongside classic distances from a 5K to a half marathon. All proceeds support the park.

Run the beautiful, single-track Pinhoti trail in northwest Georgia. Choose from four distances, from 18 to 100 miles. Finish with food, drinks, and celebration in a communal atmosphere.

Event Overview The Barkley Fall Classic (BFC) is a 50 km trail running event. It takes place in the rugged Brushy Mountains terrain within Frozen Head State Park in Tennessee. The course is designed to give runners a sample of the challenge..

This unique 5K runs through Cathedral Caverns State Park. Participants enter the cave after 1.9 miles for an illuminated out and back section. The event features wave starts, a finisher medal for all, and a constant cool temperature inside..

Event Overview The Blue Ridge Ultra is a 50K loop trail race in the Chattahoochee National Forest within the North Georgia Mountains. It offers three distances: 50K, 30K, and 15K. Course Details The course consists of sections on the Benton..

A challenging three-day trail running stage race in the mountains around Chattanooga. Each day features a different route on Lookout Mountain, the Cumberland Trail, and Signal Mountain. The event is intended for experienced runners and incl..

The FSR 100 is a 100-mile mountain road race through Tennessee and North Georgia. With 15,000 feet of climbing on a scenic loop, runners have 32 hours to finish. It starts from Camp YMCA Ocoee in October 2026.

Traverse the scenic and rugged trails of Fort Mountain State Park. The marathon and 12-miler offer challenging climbs and historic views. Runners gather for a post-race celebration by the lake.

The Firewater Ultra returns for its 12th year on the East Lakeshore Trail in Tennessee. Choose from 100K, 50K (with sunrise or sunset start), a relay, or a 25K ruck with weighted packs. Enjoy a scenic course along the Tellico Reservoir.