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Gone Loco

Athens, United States • 8 Feb 2026

Gone Loco is an endurance running event held in Athens, Tennessee, featuring a certified marathon course on the scenic Eureka Trail. The race offers three distances: a 33-mile (55k) ultra, an 11-mile run, and a new 11-mile ruck option, where participants carry weighted packs. The flat, gravel trail follows a former railroad bed through woodlands, rural areas, and small communities, providing a fast and runnable course suitable for all levels. The event is family-friendly, with aid stations, pacers allowed for the ultra, and a limited field of 200 runners. It celebrates local history and offers unique swag and awards for finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee Athens

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55 km
33 Miler (55k)
11 mi
11 Mile Ruck
11 mi
11 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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