Trail Running Calendar Tennessee 2024-2025

The Big South Fork Trail Race is an exciting running event taking place in Oneida, Tennessee, featuring two main race options: a 17.5-mile trail run and a 10K. The race starts and finishes at the Bandy Creek Campground within the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. Participants can ex..

The Walking Tall 50/25K is a trail running event taking place on October 18, 2025, at Big Hill Pond State Park in Pocahontas, TN. Participants can choose between a 50K or 25K course, both featuring scenic single-track trails, a fire tower climb, and a unique swamp boardwalk. The event emphasizes com..

The FSR 100 is an exhilarating 102-mile mountain road race set in the stunning landscapes of Tennessee and North Georgia. Scheduled for October 18, 2025, this challenging event features nearly 15,000 feet of elevation gain, making it ideal for adventurous runners seeking a mix of rugged mountain vie..

The Firewater Ultra is an exciting running event featuring a 100K, 50K (Sunrise & Sunset), and a 50K Relay, set along the scenic East Lakeshore Trail by the Tellico Reservoir in Greenback, TN. Celebrating its 11th year, this event showcases well-maintained trails and offers participants a unique exp..

The Norris Ultra Dam Hard Trail Race is set to take place at Norris Dam State Park in Tennessee, featuring two challenging events: a 50k and a 25k race. Both courses traverse scenic single-track trails and jeep roads, with the 25k completing one loop and the 50k completing two. Participants can expe..

The Mamba 100, taking place in Memphis, TN on November 7-8, 2025, features multiple race distances including a 100-mile, 100K, 50K, and 25K. This event is a Western States Qualifier, offering a scenic looped course primarily on single-track trails along the Wolf River. Participants can expect a vibr..

The Barn Creek Backyard Ultra is a unique running event held in Jamestown, TN, featuring a 4.167-mile out-and-back course that traverses a mix of gravel, road, and trail terrain. Participants must complete each loop within an hour, with the last person standing declared the winner. The event encoura..

The Tennessee Mile is an exciting running event held on private land near Franklin, TN, featuring a 1.1-mile loop with significant elevation gain. Participants can choose from various timed divisions, including 40-hour, 24-hour, 12-hour, 8-hour night, and a Youth 5K for children 16 and under. Runner..