Trail Running calendar near Wartburg 2026-2027

Experience the scenic trails of Pulaski County Park at the Lucky Opossum trail run. Choose between 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances along the shores of Lake Cumberland this March.

The Trail That Can't Be Concord is a trail running event in Knoxville's Concord Park. It features a 20K, 10K, and a Kids Trail Mile as part of the Treadin' Trodden Trails series. The course is a looped trail with a minimum pace requirement.

Event Overview The Fall Creek Falls 50K and Half Marathon Trail Runs are held on March 21, 2026, in Spencer, Tennessee, at 10821 Park Road. The event is in Tennessee's most popular state park, which features the highest free-falling waterfa..

A community trail fundraiser on the Ivy Academy campus featuring a **5K** out-and-back along the North Chickamauga Creek, plus a Wildflower Walk, Ruck-The-Rock food-drive ruck, and a Sleepy Sasquatch swag option.

Trail and road races in Mcminnville that finish with a 0.88 mile out and back through Cumberland Caverns. Events include a 5K, a half marathon with five trail loops, and a separate road 5k.

The 10K Ruck Race is part of the Veterans Heritage Ridge Run, a fundraiser for Sharps Ridge Veterans Memorial Park. It takes place on the hilly, wooded hiking trails of Sharps Ridge in Knoxville. The event also offers a virtual run option.

Tackle the 4.2-mile climb to the top of Eagle Bluff, gaining 930 feet on a course of gravel roads and trails. This event supports scholarships for Campbell County High School students and offers both in-person and virtual participation opti..

Hann Jivin' in the Dark is a nighttime trail run in Knoxville's Urban Wilderness. Runners must bring their own light for the 6+ mile course through unlit wooded trails. The event also features a kids' trail mile and is part of a larger trai..

Experience a scenic 6.1 mile trail race through the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area featuring sandstone bluffs and waterfalls. This exclusive event is limited to 100 runners and offers over 1000 feet of elevation gain.

Johnston Woods Trail Festival The Johnston Woods Trail Festival takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Johnston Woods, located at 298 Brymer Creek Road in Cleveland, TN. The event is a fundraiser for children's summer camp and community p..

Experience an adventure through Knoxville Urban Wilderness with SwimRun team and individual events or 5k and Half Marathon trail runs at Mead Quarry.

Hit the trails of Knoxville's Sharp's Ridge this June. Choose from 4-mile or 7-mile moderately technical courses, or a fun kids' trail mile. It's a scenic, flowing run with climbs and descents through the park.

Celebrate Independence Day at the 1776 Merica run in Madisonville's Kefauver Park. Wear your best patriotic colors for the 17.76, 7.4, or Ruck event. It's a live gathering to run with pride.

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..

Enjoy a relaxed weekend of mountain trail running and community at the Rattler Ford Group Campground. This adult camp features group runs through the Nantahala National Forest for all experience levels.

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 Panther Creek Challenge offers a half marathon and a 10K on the scenic trails of Panther Creek State Park in Tennessee. The courses feature lake views, elevation changes, and are part of a larger trail series. A kids' trail mile is also..

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..

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..