Trail Running calendar near Vonore 2026-2027

Merrill's Mile is a multi distance timed event at Camp Frank D Merrill in Dahlonega, GA featuring a USATF certified one mile paved loop, a single stocked aid station, live tracking and on site camping.

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.

A timed 5K through Obed River Park beginning at the 4th Dimension, with chip timing, live QR results, finish-line photos, awards, and T shirts. Proceeds support the 4th Dimension nonprofit recovery programs.

A multi-distance mountain ultramarathon in Tellico Plains, TN featuring *130K*, *70K*, and the Waucheesi Vert Challenge, trail sections through the Cherokee National Forest, on-course aid stations, YouTube live coverage, and mandatory safet..

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.

Trail running in Enterprise South Nature Park on August 1, 2026, with a half marathon and a 10K. The course starts on wide pedestrian trails then moves onto non technical bike trails, and proceeds support Wild Trails.

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.

An endurance festival at Fort Loudoun State Historic Park in Vonore, TN on August 15, 2026 offering 24, 12, 6, 6 ruck, and 3 hour formats, a ruck division with set weights, awards, and a cash prize for a new 24 hour record.

Bryre Dragon near Blairsville GA offers 100 mile, 40 mile and 40 km trail races on the Duncan Ridge and Coosa Loop with notable elevation, multiple support locations, and defined completion time limits.

A club-run trail event at Vogel State Park on August 22, 2026, featuring a 50 Miler and a Marathon. Participation requires H9 trail club membership and entry fees cover medals, a t-shirt, site rental, and food.

A community cross country event at Cherokee Farm in Knoxville featuring a fully grass 2 mile course open to all ages. Weekend divisions include elementary through college and proceeds support Tennessee Endurance and the UT Running Club.

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.

Timed trail event at Reflection Riding Arboretum on a 2.1-mile loop (about 190 ft gain) with 3-, 6- and 9-hour options. Aid station and self-crew area; 2026 plans include a Wild Trails partnership with camping and a Sunday 5K or half marath..

A timed trail event at Lake Zwerner in Dahlonega offering 24, 12, and 6 hour formats on a 4.545 mile loop with steep climbs, rocky sections, one aid station, and a community donation to local youth sports.

Trail races in Chattanooga on September 6 2026 include a half marathon and shorter dirt courses with substantial climbing. Cutoff times and pace requirements are specified and post race snacks and beverages are provided.

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 ultramarathon through the rugged Caney Fork and Scotts Gulf region, centered at Camp Latimer. Distances include a 50 mile ultra, a 25K run, and a 25K ruck with specified pack weights.

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.

A fundraising run at NOGAWILD in Cleveland, GA offering a 2.8 mile two lap course, a 1 mile kids run, and a virtual 2.8 mile option. The all terrain route follows park pathways and the Safari Drive Thru road with varied surfaces.