Trail Running Calendar Tennessee 2026-2027

Time-based trail running on a 2.1-mile loop at Reflection Riding Arboretum near Chattanooga, offering 3-, 6-, and 9-hour options plus a three-person 9-hour relay, with aid station, camping option, and proceeds supporting the nature center.

Trail races on dirt trails in Chattanooga, TN with multiple distances including a half marathon and a 4.5 mile option. Courses feature significant climbing, set cutoff times, and post race snacks and beverages.

Trail races through rugged Caney Fork and Scotts Gulf backcountry in Middle Tennessee, featuring a new 50 mile distance plus 25K run and 25K ruck divisions. The weekend centers on Camp Latimer with camping and cabin lodging.

Experience an off road adventure through trails and mud pits at the Harmony Family Center in Maryville. Featuring a three mile obstacle course and a youth run, this event offers a gritty experience for individuals and teams.

A tough 50 kilometer trail race at Frozen Head State Park with the course map revealed the night before, strict rules including no GPS, and a final decision point offering a marathon or an all or nothing 50k finish.

A looped trail event at Panther Creek State Park featuring a 2.9 mile course and multiple timed races from 3 hour to 24 hour plus a 6 hour ruck division. Base Camp at the soccer fields provides aid, camping, and race support.

Experience a beautiful trail run at Big Ridge State Park with the Ridge Runner 5k or enjoy a paved 1 mile fun run. All proceeds benefit YMCA wellness and education programs for children.

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.

A Last Man Standing style trail event on private land near Eads, TN, where runners repeat a single loop each hour and are cut when they miss the cutoff. The field shrinks until one overall champion remains.

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.

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.

This trail half marathon in Tennessee's Steele Creek Park covers 13.1 miles of technical single track with over 2,000 feet of climbing. The challenging course features roots, rocks, and creek crossings through Appalachian woodlands. All pro..

Experience a Southern obstacle challenge at Neal Farms featuring rolling fields and a wide creek. Choose from various distances including 5K and 10K races or endurance events just a short drive from Nashville.

A Last Runner Standing Backyard Ultra on a 4.1666667 mile loop in Bell Buckle TN, held October 3, 2026. Entry is limited to the first 75 registrants with a wait list available.

Long Hunter Trail Runs is a series of races in Long Hunter State Park near Nashville that circle Couchville Lake and use Bryant Grove and Cliff Trail loops. Courses mix natural trail and paved greenway and offer half marathon, marathon, and..

A three day, approximately 60 mile trail stage race around Chattanooga with stages on Lookout Mountain, the Cumberland Trail and Signal Mountain. Daily cutoffs and a 15 minutes per mile fitness expectation apply and proceeds support Wild Tr..

Run or walk through history at the 5th Annual 7th President 7K on the grounds of Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage. This cross country event features a scenic course past historic mansions and 19th century landmarks.

A backyard ultra in team format at the Big Farm-Short Creek in Bell Buckle, TN on October 17, 2026. Only athletes qualified by silver ticket or by At-Large ranking may compete and the qualifying window closes August 15, 2026.

A 100 mile mountain road race in Copperhill TN and North Georgia on October 17, 2026. The loop covers about 15,000 feet of elevation gain and has a 32 hour time limit.

A trail event at Big Hill Pond State Park offering 50K and 25K distances, mostly single-track, a long swamp boardwalk, and a fire tower challenge coin. The race is run as a not for profit with published aid stations and time limits.