Trail Running Calendar Tennessee 2026-2027

Tackle rugged trails and scenic vistas at the Savage Gulf Marathon near Coalmont, TN, with a full marathon and 25k option. Limited to 200 entries, this challenging race raises funds for Park Ranger scholarships and offers a ruck division.

Hit the trails at Chickasaw Trace Park in Columbia, TN for the Duck River Trail Run, offering scenic 5K and 15K options along marked routes. Proceeds support Maury County parks, the race is rain or shine, with on course aid and a free race..

Hit the scenic Flipper Bend Trail on Signal Mountain for a half marathon or 5 Miler on March 28, 2026, with proceeds supporting North Chickamauga Creek park and trail conservation. Entry includes a lively post run party with beverages and c..

Take on a scenic loop at the Jones family farm near Franklin TN with 100 mile or epic 200 mile options. Self supported with long time limits and minimal aid, this is a pure endurance test.

Rim Runner Trail Races are April 11-12, 2026 in Sewanee Tennessee, featuring scenic loops on the West Rim and West Side trails with sweeping rim top views. Distances range from a half marathon to a 100 miler, with big climbs and handcrafted..

Snaketail 50 in Summertown TN features rugged trail loops with creek crossings and distances from 50 mile to a kids 1 mile fun run. Camp nearby, earn a finisher medal, and support Swan Conservation Trust.

Run a 5K or 10K trail at Preservation Park in Thompson's Station on April 11 and support New To You, Inc. Scenic and sometimes technical trails finish with a downhill, and 100 percent of proceeds help local foster children.

Stillhouse 100K in Soddy Daisy TN is a brutally beautiful trail ultra on technical single track with nearly 12,000 feet of climbing over rugged creeks and ridgelines. This demanding 100K is suited for experienced ultrarunners only.

Race rugged Cardwell Mountain trails and finish with a 0.88 mile cave out and back through historic Cumberland Caverns; headlamp required. Pick a 5K or the five loop half and enjoy a race shirt and swag.

Troublesome Hollow is a trail running weekend in Bristol VA offering 50K, 25K and a 3 mile walk along scenic riverside trails with swinging bridges and a climb to a fire tower. Official chip timing and a cupless policy mean bring a reusable..

Run The Rolling Hills Trail Race returns to Pulaski TN the last Saturday in April for an annual celebration of scenic trail running through the rolling hills of Giles County. Choose a 10K, 5K or kids 1 Mile for a friendly family day on the..

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.

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.

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.

Kettlefoot is a USATF trail run at Doe Mountain near Mountain City TN with 50K, 25K and 13K courses over varied, challenging terrain. Climb the 60 foot fire tower for sweeping views and bring kids to the free Kiddlefoot Mile ages 5 to 12.

Discover the Greenway 5K+ Discover the Greenway 5K+ is scheduled for June 6, 2026, in Memphis, Tennessee. The event is listed at the Wolf River Greenway - Shady Grove Trailhead on Humphreys Boulevard. The event is organized as a run/walk co..

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.