Bad Beard Events Stump Jump 50k
Chattanooga, United States • 7 Mar 2026
Event overview
The Stump Jump is a trail running event on Signal Mountain and Walden Ridge near Chattanooga, TN, held on March 7, 2026. The event is in its 25th running and offers two distances:
- 50K trail race (primarily single-track)
- 10 Miler trail race
The course is reported as about 90% single-track with sandstone-strewn trails, river gorge views, hemlock and rhododendron stands, and multiple scenic overlooks across the Cumberland Plateau region.
Logistics and services
Aid stations are stocked with electrolyte drink (Powerade or Gatorade), chips, pretzels, fruit snacks, gels, cookies, and soft drinks. The 50K has a 10-hour overall cutoff and intermediate checkpoints; the 10 Miler has a 4-hour cutoff. There are no crews or drop bags allowed. Packet pickup is provided before race day and at the start/finish area. All runners receive a shirt, a post-race meal, and beer from a local brewery. Camping is allowed at the start/finish soccer fields (tent and RV; no RV hookups, limited bathroom access); a small camping fee supports the local school. A portion of race proceeds benefits Signal Mountain Athletics and Chattanooga Cave and Cliff Rescue. Sponsors and vendors include La Sportiva and Rossignol, which are listed as having product demos onsite. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.