Bad Beard Events Stump Jump 50k

Stump Jump 50K & 10 Miler - March 7, 2026

The Stump Jump is a trail running event on Signal Mountain and Walden Ridge near Chattanooga, TN. The race marks its 25th anniversary and offers two distances:

• 50K
• 10 Miler

The course is approximately 90% single-track and travels across the Cumberland Plateau, including sections with sandstone, stream-fed coves, hemlock and rhododendron, and views of the Tennessee River Gorge. Starts and finishes are located at the Signal Mountain Soccer Fields behind Signal Mountain High School on Sam Powell Rd.

Packet pickup is available the day before at Hello Monty and at the start/finish pavilion on race morning. The 50K features multiple aid stations (Edwards Point mile 4.9 light; Mushroom Rock mile 8.2/29.3 full; Indian Rock House mile 14.2 full; Snoopers Rock mile 16.7 light; Haley Road mile 19.4 light; Mullen’s Cove mile 22.8 full; finish mile 31.9). Runners are asked to bring a cup. Aid typically includes water, Gatorade, and snacks; some stations may offer additional items such as soda, gels, baked goods, pickles, chips, sandwiches, and fruit.

There is a 10-hour finish cut-off with intermediate cutoffs at mile 14.2 and mile 22.8. No crews or drop bags are allowed; poles are permitted. Extras for participants include a shirt, a post-race meal, and free beer from Dynamo Brewing. La Sportiva and Rossignol will have gear demos onsite. There are no refunds, transfers, or deferments. A portion of proceeds benefits Signal Mountain Athletics and Chattanooga Cave and Cliff Rescue. Camping is available on the soccer fields for $10 per night; RVs are allowed but there are no hookups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.