Conquer the Bluff
Jacksboro, United States • 2 May 2026
Event overview
The Conquer the Bluff takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Jacksboro, TN (3070 Appalachian Highway, corner of Eagle Bluff Road and Starz Lane). The event includes a 4.2 mile timed course, a free entry category for high school athletes (open to ages 14 to 18), and a "Sleeping but Supporting" entry. Entry fees listed for the paid events are $33.05, which includes a $3.05 fee.
Course and format
The race starts and finishes in a vacant lot on Eagle Bluff Road at the rear of the Eagle Gas and Food Market (3070 Appalachian Hwy). The route heads toward the mountain, turns onto a gravel road with a series of switchbacks, and follows a trail to the top of Eagle Bluff where participants turn around and return to the finish. The course length is just over 4 miles and includes approximately 930 feet of elevation gain.
Organizer and purpose
The event is presented by the Campbell County High School Relief Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization. The fund raises and accepts money for the benefit of Campbell County High School students and awards scholarships each spring. Past awards have included multiple scholarships and a middle college scholarship. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.