Kettlefoot 50k

Mountain City, United States • 30 May 2026

Event

Kettlefoot is a trail running event held on May 30, 2026. The event offers the following distances:

  • 50K
  • 25K
  • 13K

Course and location

The event takes place at Doe Mountain Recreation Area, near Mountain City, Tennessee. The route includes a variety of terrains and offers panoramic views. All participants may climb the 60-foot Kettlefoot Fire Tower. The tower provides 360° views that span Tennessee, Virginia, and North Carolina. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
25 km
25k
13 km
13k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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