Trail Running calendar near Vonore 2026-2027

Trail races in Helen Georgia include a marathon, half marathon and a 4 miler on Unicoi State Park trails. The event features aid stations, strict cutoffs, riverfront start and finish, and a post race party with food and music.

Feral Mtn is a rugged ultramarathon in Ellijay GA that threads forest roads and singletrack across three national forest sections. Pick the 100 mile or 50 mile route for a true mountain test with bold climbs and remote aid stations.

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.

Originally planned as a point to point 100 mile trail race in Robbinsville, NC with about 22,000 ft of gain, the Appalachian 100 has been cancelled. A 50 mile option had also been listed and the event was organised by Run Bum Races.

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.

A 104 mile trail race in the Chattahoochee National Forest featuring about 33,000 ft of gain and loss, 20 aid stations, strict qualification and cut off requirements, and a 48 hour time limit; serves as a 2027 qualifier for Western States a..

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..

Run forested rolling hills at the Johnston Woods Trail Festival in Cleveland, with timed options from 3 to 24 hours to suit any pace. Stocked aid stations, pizza and awards benefit kids summer camp and community programs.

Enjoy the Rabun Half Marathon in Sky Valley on May 31, 2026, a scenic trail course past Ammon Falls and stretches of the Bartram Trail with views of Rabun Bald. This grassroots run celebrates pure trail running with no t shirts, no swag, an..

Run looped trail timed events at the Three Sisters Ultra Festival in Maryville College Woods, with 6 hour, 12 hour and 24 hour options plus 50K, 100K and 100 mile distances. Live music, disc golf and relay fun on site.

Hit the trails at Sharp's Ridge Rambler in Knoxville on June 13, 2026, with 7 mile, 4 mile and a kids trail mile over flowing, moderately technical ridge singletrack. Enjoy scenic climbs and fast finishes for all ages and abilities.

Celebrate July 4 in Madisonville with the 1776 Merica Run featuring 17.76 and 7.4 mile options, ruck divisions, patriotic awards and a postrace hot dog cookout. Costumes encouraged and the event will be live streamed.

Join the Haw Ridge Trail Race in Oak Ridge Tennessee on July 11 2026 for an 8 mile trail through rolling climbs and lakeside singletrack plus a kids one mile fun run. Expect scenic views, a midcourse aid table and carry your own water.

Take on the Cherokee in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, a scenic but rugged trail ultramarathon with routes from 24 to 85 miles through ridges, towers and river views. Expect livestream updates, lantern lit aid stations and a festive finish with..

Trail Camp for Big Kids is an adult trail running camp in Robinsville, NC where runners and non runners gather for guided group runs, navigation practice, team building, and camp activities in the Nantahala National Forest. Expect flexible..

Run looped trails at the Dog Days of Summer Trail Race in Grandview to support Flying Pigs Sanctuary and animals in rural Tennessee. Timed events from 1 hour to 24 hour on 1 or 3 mile loops, plus free tent camping and a glamping auction.

Tackle scenic lakeside loops at Fort Loudon State Historic Park with timed endurance options from 3 Hour to 24 Hour and a dedicated ruck division. The runnable 3.65 mile loop climbs about 500 feet and offers spectator access, awards and a $..

Tackle rugged trails and lake views at Panther Creek State Park with a half, 10K and kids mile for all ages. Expect steep single track, big climbs, aid stations and a limited edition event shirt for finishers.