Smoky Mountain 24 Hour Challenge
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Smoky Mountain 24 Hour Challenge
The Smoky Mountain 24 Hour Challenge is a trail running event in Sevierville, Tennessee, on October 17, 2026. The event is organized by East Coast Adventures in collaboration with Yeti Trail Runners and is limited to 300 runners.
The course is a 3-mile loop at 1005 Park Road, with an aid station located at the center of the loop so runners pass it every three miles. The event offers frequent access to gear and aid, with snacks, hydration, and volunteer support noted as part of the on-course services.
Available formats include:
- 24 Hour Challenge : 24 hours to cover as many miles as possible; registration fee $250.
- 9 to 5 Challenge : an 8-hour daytime format on the same loop; registration fee $150.
Finishers receive a finisher medal and a custom race T-shirt. Runners who reach 80 miles are awarded a Dolly-themed belt buckle.
The event materials describe a community-focused atmosphere built around loop running, with opportunities for frequent interaction between runners, volunteers, and crews. The organizing groups emphasize grassroots, inclusive trail running and community support as core elements of the event experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
