Sewanee Slammer
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Event Overview
The Sewanee Slammer is a long-distance trail race organized by the Nashville Running Company. The event takes place in Sewanee, Tennessee, on the Cumberland Plateau. Participants navigate a single loop course through the University of the South, characterized by upland deciduous forests and views from the bluffs.
Course Details
The race consists of a 20-mile loop that follows the Perimeter Trail in a clockwise direction. The route includes various natural landmarks such as geologic features, lakes, ponds, and overlooks. There are three aid stations located along the course at mile 5.3, mile 10.5, and mile 14.06.
Location and Logistics
The start and finish line is located at the Mountain Goat Visitor Center in the Sewanee Village. Parking is available at the Visitor Center and in designated grassy areas nearby. Participants can collect their packets either the evening before the race at Shenanigans in Sewanee or at the start line on the morning of the event.
Additional Information
A portion of the race proceeds is donated to the Perimeter Trail Fund. Registration includes a unisex cotton blend lifestyle shirt for those who sign up by the designated deadline in late September. Following the race, a social gathering is held at a local establishment, Shenanigans, for food and refreshments. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 20 Miler
