Rabid Raccoon 25k
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Rabid Raccoon - 25K
The Rabid Raccoon, hosted by Bad Beard Events, is a mid-winter middle-distance trail race on Raccoon Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The course begins at Laurel Point and covers the north and west sides of the mountain. Runners follow named trails including Megawatt, Grindstone Ridge, Lower Chunky, Live Wire 1 and 2, High Voltage, and Split Rock.
The race route changes direction each year; in 2027 the course runs clockwise. Course statistics include a total climb of 2,200 feet, a high point of 1,848 feet, and a low point of 648 feet. Notable sustained climbs on the course are a 4.5 mile climb gaining 1,186 feet from mile 4.4 to mile 8.9, and a 1.4 mile climb gaining 225 feet from mile 9.5 to mile 11.
Raccoon Mountain contains 28.3 miles of trail that are open year round. The full reservoir loop measures 14.2 miles with about 1,450 feet of climbing. All runners receive a shirt, a finisher prize, and post-race food. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
