Black Toe Run

Event overview

The Black Toe Run is an endurance event held on February 7, 2026, at Hardin Farm in Watertown, Tennessee. It offers 12-hour, 24-hour and 48-hour formats for individuals and relay teams. Relay teams may consist of two or four runners; individuals may run solo. The aim is to complete as many laps of the course as possible within the chosen time period. Registration closes January 30, 2026.

Course and location

The course is a roughly 5-mile trail loop at Hardin Farm, with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain per lap. Organizers plan to add a small new section of trail so the loop measures exactly 5 miles. Camping and RV parking are permitted on site. Electrical outlets are not available in the barn; generators may be used with consideration for nearby campers.

Rules, divisions and awards

A rucking division is offered; weight requirements are 20 lb dry for participants over 150 lb and 10 lb dry for participants under 150 lb. Ruck weight must be verifiable at pre-race weigh-in and may be checked during the event. The 48-hour format has specific rules: limited aid during the first 24 hours, self-fueling and lap tracking, and no gender-specific awards. A custom beer stein is awarded for 50 miles in 12 hours. A special prize or cash reward is proposed for the first runner to reach 100 miles in 24 hours. A jacket recognition system will reward five years of attendance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.