Fall Creek Falls 50K Trail Run

Spencer, United States • 21 Mar 2026

Event overview

The Fall Creek Falls 50K and Half Marathon Trail Runs take place on March 21, 2026 in Spencer, TN (10821 Park Road, 38585). The event offers two distance categories and is held on trail terrain inside Fall Creek Falls State Park. Race packet items include a long sleeve shirt and other swag. Awards include mugs and certificates, and hot food is provided at the finish area.

Distances

  • 50K
  • Half Marathon

Course and aid stations

The 2026 courses will use the original route restored after suspension bridge repairs. Maps will be updated to reflect the course. The event is a trail run and routes may be altered in response to weather or downed trees. The looped courses include three aid stations per loop. Aid stations will provide water, Gatorade, gels, and snacks. Participants are advised to carry fluids for longer stretches. No hot food is available on course.

Logistics and policies

Packet pickup and late registration are scheduled for Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21 at the pavilion across from the Nature Center near the park North entrance. A limited block of lodge rooms may be available at the Lodge at Fall Creek Falls for registered participants. The organizer, Bald Eagle Events, enforces a no refund policy. Registration protection insurance is offered during checkout. Time cutoffs apply for the 50K based on a 20 minute-per-mile pacing guideline at aid station checkpoints. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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