Flipper Bend Trail Race

Signal Mountain, United States • 28 Mar 2026

Flipper Bend Trail Race - March 28, 2026

The event is a trail run on the Flipper Bend Trail on the back of Signal Mountain in Signal Mountain, TN. The race day is Saturday, March 28, 2026. Organized distances are:

  • 1/2 Marathon
  • 5 Miler

Registration closes on Thu, Mar 26 at 11:59 PM ET.

Organizers, purpose and amenities

The race is a collaboration of Wild Trails, the Flipper Bend Community, North Chickamauga Creek State Park, and the North Chickamauga Creek Conservancy. All proceeds will go to construction and maintenance of the North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park (Flipper Bend) and the upper North Chickamauga Creek section of the Cumberland Trail. A post-run party is included with entry and will provide beverages and chili. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
1/2 Marathon
5 mi
5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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