No Business 100

Jamestown, United States • 23-24 Oct 2026

Event Overview

The No Business 100 is a 100-mile ultramarathon run on a single loop course. It takes place in and around Jamestown, Tennessee, with the event hosted out of Pickett CCC Memorial State Park. The course traverses the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. The trail run is described as a scenic and remote journey.

Course Details

The course is a 100-mile loop with approximately 14,500 feet of ascent and descent. The route begins in Tennessee, crosses the state line into Kentucky, and returns, covering terrain considered among the most scenic in the southeastern United States. Approximately 90 miles of the course are on trail. The event reverses the direction of the course each year.

Event Logistics

The total cutoff time for the race is 34 hours. The event features 15 aid stations along the route. The 2026 edition is noted as an official qualifier for the 2027 Western States 100.

Organizer

The event is organized by Ultranaut Running, a grassroots organization based in Knoxville, Tennessee, dedicated to trail running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

No Business 100
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Trail runs nearby

A 50 kilometer trail race at Frozen Head State Park in Tennessee with limited course markings and no GPS allowed. Runners face a decision point to stop at a marathon finish or continue on to complete the full 50 kilometer course.

Explore the rugged beauty of Big South Fork with trail runs on Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Oneida, Tennessee. Choose a challenging 17.5 Mile out and back or a scenic 10K loop, both starting from Bandy Creek Campground.