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ER 50

Name: ER 50
Start: 2025-02-01
End: 2025-02-01
Location: East Ridge

East Ridge, United States • 1 Feb 2025

The ER 50 is an inaugural running event taking place in East Ridge, Tennessee, featuring both a 50-mile and a 50K race. The course is an out-and-back route that begins at Camp Jordan and follows the scenic South Chickamauga Greenway, leading participants to the picturesque Chattanooga Riverwalk along the Tennessee River. Designed to be accessible for all runners, the course is primarily flat with some hills, making it a great opportunity for participants to achieve personal records.

The event includes a generous 16-hour cutoff for both distances, encouraging runners to conquer their goals in a beautiful setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee East Ridge

Race information

Registration

50 mi

50 Mile

50 km

50k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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