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Oli Via

Name: Oli Via
Start: 2026-09-06
End: 2026-09-06
Location: Chattanooga

Chattanooga, United States • 6 Sep 2026

Oli Via - Chattanooga, TN

Oli Via is a trail race event held in Chattanooga, Tennessee at 400 Garden Rd, 37419 on September 6, 2026. The courses are entirely on dirt. The organizer notes many sections are flat and fast, but significant climbing is present on some courses. Post-race snacks and beverages are provided.

Distances offered

1/2 Marathon
Short race (listed as 5K)

Course profile details state a 4.5 mile race with 731 feet of climbing and a 1/2 marathon with 2,444 feet of climbing. Hikers may participate if they can maintain a 16 minute per mile pace for the 1/2 marathon and a 20 minute per mile pace for the 4.5 mile race. Cutoff times are 90 minutes for the 4.5 mile race and 3 hrs 28 min for the 1/2 marathon.

Registration for the event closes on September 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET. Participants are advised to study course maps and elevation information to ensure they are prepared for the climbing and cutoff requirements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee Chattanooga

Race information

Website Registration

Half Marathon

1/2 Marathon

5 mi

4.5 Mile Race

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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