Tennessee
Tennessee Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Tennessee for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 88 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Tennessee below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
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 hour long poker run on a closed gravel loop in Fayetteville where runners collect cards each lap while raising funds for ovarian cancer research.
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.
A technical 13.1-mile trail half marathon in Steele Creek Park with over 2,000 ft of climbing, limited to 100 runners; proceeds support park trail improvements.
Obstacle course weekend at Neal Farms near Nashville on Oct 03 to Oct 04 2026 featuring Sprint and Super races, kids events, workshops and Hurricane Heat formats.
Backyard Ultra Last Runner Standing in Bell Buckle, TN on Oct 3, 2026, run on a 4.1666667 mile loop with a 75 runner field and a wait list.
A 5K at Shelby Farms Park in Memphis on October 4, 2026 benefiting the Dorothy Day House, with awards for top three men and women and a kids fun run.
Trail races at Long Hunter State Park circling Couchville Lake with half marathon, marathon and 50 km options on mostly flat, mixed surface routes.
A charity 5K on October 10, 2026 at Overton Park in Memphis benefiting Dogs 2nd Chance, with dogs allowed, finisher medals, and age-group awards.
A trail ultramarathon in South Knoxville on October 10, 2026 featuring flowy singletrack, technical rock sections, and about 31 miles with nearly 4,000 ft of climbing.
A family friendly trail 5K on Renew @ Farm 58 property near Dunlap TN with bluff views, pumpkin picking per entry, prerace snacks and a family style lunch with awards.
A three day 60 mile stage trail race around Chattanooga with courses on Lookout Mountain, the Cumberland Trail, and Signal Mountain.
A 7K run and a 2-mile walk on the historic grounds of Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, featuring mixed surfaces and views of Tulip Grove and the Hermitage Mansion. Proceeds support the Andrew Jackson Foundation.
Last Man Standing team championship in Bell Buckle, TN on October 17, 2026 for athletes who qualified via silver tickets or At-Large selection.
A single-loop 100-mile forest service road run in the Ocoee, Tennessee area with around 11,254 ft of gain, remote crew-access rules, cupless aid stations, and pacers allowed from mile 50.8.
Trail races of 50K and 25K at Big Hill Pond State Park in Pocahontas TN featuring a fire tower climb, swamp boardwalk, and multiple aid stations.
Obstacle-course event at Neal Farms near Lebanon TN on October 17, 2026 with 15K and 5K courses, Infinity laps, spectator passes, and finisher rewards.
A 24 hour loop trail event in Sevierville TN with a 3 mile loop, two time based challenges, and a 300 runner limit.
A 20 mile loop on Sewanee's Perimeter Trail with three aid stations and start/finish at the Mountain Goat Visitor Center in Sewanee, TN.
A 5K at Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards in Bristol VA featuring pavement, wooded trails and a run through the vineyard; early registrants receive a shirt and finisher's medal.