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, organized by East Coast Adventures in collaboration with Yeti Trail Runners. The course is a 3-mile loop located at 1005 Park Road, with a central aid station that runners pass every three miles. The event is limited to 300 runners.
Two event options are offered:
- 24 Hour Challenge: run as many miles as possible in 24 hours.
- 9 to 5 Challenge: an eight hour daytime option on the same 3-mile loop.
Support at the loop center includes snacks, hydration, and volunteer aid. Crew access is convenient because the loop layout keeps gear nearby and allows frequent passes by support crews. Podium awards are planned for the top three male and female performances in each event. All finishers receive a medal. Runners who reach 80 miles earn a Dolly themed belt buckle instead of a medal. A custom race T shirt and other finisher swag are included with entry.
Practical details include packet pickup on October 16 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at The Pines, 230 Court Ave, Sevierville, TN, and additional pickup race morning from 6:00 am to 7:30 am. The park and pavilion section is closed for construction, and video of that section will not be available until construction is complete in late August. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
