Bad Beard Events Oli Kai
Lookout Mountain, United States • 5 Sep 2026
Bad Beard Events Oli Kai 3, 6, & 9 Hour
The Oli Kai event takes place at Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on a 317-acre property. The course is a 2.1-mile loop with about 190 feet of elevation gain per loop. Runners and walkers choose to cover as many loops as they want within the selected time.
Available time-based distances:
- 3 hours
- 6 hours
- 9 hours
An aid station will be staffed on course, and participants may set up a personal aid area at the start/finish location. Camping is offered for Friday and Saturday nights for an additional fee, with proceeds going to Reflection Riding. A portion of race proceeds will also support Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center.
Packet pickup is available the day before at a local business and at the start/finish area on race day. Race timing is provided by Chattanooga Track Club. Registration is handled online; there is no walk-up registration on race day. Race numbers are not transferable and refunds are not offered.
Sponsors named for the event include Tucker Build, Fast Break Athletics, Gearhead Outfitters, Evergreen Property Group, La Sportiva, Black Diamond, Rossignol, Dynamo Brewing, Turtlebox, Peak Fitness and Physical Therapy, and Horton Design. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.