Long Hunter Trail Runs

Hermitage, United States • 11 Oct 2025

The Long Hunter Trail Runs take place in Long Hunter State Park near Hermitage, Tennessee, just outside Nashville. The event offers three distances: 50K, marathon, and half marathon. The courses loop around Couchville Lake and include trails such as Bryant Grove, Cliff Trail, and Jones Mill, with the half marathon featuring the Inland Trail.

The race starts and finishes in a scenic open field often visited by local wildlife. The terrain is a mix of trail and paved greenway, making it relatively fast and flat. Finishers receive handmade clay arrowhead awards, honoring the area's historical Long Hunter heritage. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
42 km
Marathon
21 km
1/2 Marathon
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