Flipper Bend Trail Race

Signal Mountain, United States • 28 Mar 2026

Event overview

The Flipper Bend Trail Race is a trail running event in Signal Mountain, TN, on the Flipper Bend Trail. The race is a joint collaboration of Wild Trails, the Flipper Bend Community, North Chickamauga Creek State Park and the North Chickamauga Creek Conservancy. 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 including beverages and chili is included in the entry fee. Registration closes on Thu, Mar 26 at 11:59 PM ET.

Race details

  • 1/2 Marathon
  • 5 Miler

The event is organized as a trail run on the back of Signal Mountain and includes support for local park and trail projects. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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