Tennessee
Tennessee Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Tennessee for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 87 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Tennessee below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
A tribute family event in Jonesborough with a 5K, 1 mile Fun Walk, a mud obstacle run, and a virtual 5K; proceeds benefit the P.H.I.L. Foundation.
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.
September 2026
Experience a unique multi day ultramarathon where your age determines your clock. Run as many miles as possible on a one mile loop in a community focused event that celebrates veteran athletes and long distance legends.
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.
A trail loop event at Reflection Riding Arboretum offering 3, 6 and 9 hour formats on a 2.1 mile loop, with an aid station, camping and an optional 5K or half marathon with Wild Trails.
Trail races on dirt in Chattanooga featuring a half marathon with 2,444 feet elevation gain and a fast 5K, with course cutoffs and post race snacks 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.
Trail ultra and 25K run and ruck through the rugged Caney Fork and Scotts Gulf near Sparta TN, with start and finish at Camp Latimer.
Marine Mud Run in Maryville features a roughly 3 mile off road obstacle course with mud pits and a separate 1K youth run.
A 50K trail race at Frozen Head State Park with an unrevealed course, strict navigation rules, a decision point for marathon or full 50K, and limited field access.
Timed trail event at Panther Creek State Park with a 2.9 mile loop and options from 3 hours to 24 hours, plus relay and ruck divisions.
A 5K trail run and 1 mile asphalt fun run at Big Ridge State Park on September 19, 2026, with online preregistration and fees supporting the Y's youth health and wellness programs.
Experience the natural beauty of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area with a loop trail race featuring 17.5 mile and 10K options primarily on single track terrain.
Backyard Ultra on private trails in Eads, TN with repeating 4.167 mile laps each hour until one runner remains, plus primitive camping and basic on site aid.
A third annual off-road 5K on a historic family farm in Soddy Daisy, Tennessee, with a course through sunflower fields and pastures and views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
An afternoon in Chattanooga combining a guided one hour group run with practical talks, a local panel on trail running topics, and light refreshments.
October 2026
Experience a nighttime trail run at the Shelby Farms Cross Country Course with options for a 5K race or 2K fun run. This family friendly event supports youth athletics programs in Memphis.
Technical half marathon in Steele Creek Park, Bristol TN, with over 2,000 feet of climbing on rocky single track and creek crossings; proceeds support park trail improvements.