Big South Fork Trail Race

Event details

The Big South Fork Trail Race takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Oneida, Tennessee. The event is based at the Bandy Creek Campground in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, address 4564 Leatherwood Rd. GPS coordinates for the start are 36.490481, -84.700717.

Distances:

• 17.5 Mile
• 10K

Course and logistics

The 17.5 Mile event is an out-and-back loop that starts and ends at the John Litton General Slavens Trailhead. The first 1.5 miles are paved and gravel; the remainder is single-track trail. Aid stations are located at approximately 3.5, 5, 12, and 14 miles. The 10K is a loop course consisting primarily of single-track trail.

Camping is available at Bandy Creek Campground and reservations can be made through the National Park Service reservation service. Results are posted on the Knoxville Track Club website.

Rules, awards, and safety

All runners must pre-register. There are no refunds and no bib transfers. Shirt options: 17.5 Mile runners receive a long-sleeve sweatshirt; 10K runners receive a long-sleeve cotton T-shirt; a no-shirt option reduces the fee by $5. Awards include top three overall, Masters (40+), Grandmasters (50+), Veterans (60+), Clydesdale (male 200 lbs+) and Athena (female 150 lbs+); age divisions are grouped in 10-year increments starting with 0-19. Grand Prix points are awarded for the series.

Course rules prohibit headsets, bicycles, baby strollers, roller blades, and pets. Aid and water stations are provided, but runners are encouraged to carry their own water. Runners under 12 must be accompanied by an adult for the longer races. A minimum pace limit of 18:00 per mile will be enforced and a sweeper will support the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.