Natchez Trace Trail Run

Franklin, United States • 1 Nov 2025

Event details

The Natchez Trace Trail Run takes place Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the Garrison Creek Rest Stop on the Natchez Trace near Franklin, Tennessee. The event has a capacity of 120 participants. Distances offered:

  • 50 Miler
  • Marathon
  • Half Marathon
  • Rucking 13 Miles

Marathon and shorter-distance participants are transported to their respective start points; transportation is included in registration. Packet pickup is available on race day at Garrison Creek. Custom awards will be presented to the top three overall male and female finishers.

Course and rules

The course uses primarily single-track trail with several road crossings and roughly 25 miles of maintained trail. Some less-traveled sections can be rugged; the 50-mile distance accumulates up to about 6,000 feet of elevation gain. The 50-mile is an out-and-back from Garrison Creek. Marathon runners run back toward Garrison Creek and must pass the finish line, complete a short additional loop of about 2.5 miles, then return to the finish to complete the full marathon distance.

Participants must remain on designated trails; going off-course onto roads can result in disqualification. Pacers and outside aid are not permitted. Runners must carry their own hydration devices. Crews may use designated rest stops but must not stop on the roadside of the Natchez Trace Parkway. Rucking division requires a weighted pack - over 150 lb: 20 lb, under 150 lb: 10 lb - with pre-race weigh-ins and on-course checks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
6000 m+
50-Miler
26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
13 mi
Rucking 13 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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