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Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race

Bristol, United States • 3 Oct 2026

Event information

The Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Bristol, Tennessee. The event location is listed as 4 Little Lane, Bristol, TN 37620, within Steele Creek Park. Entry is shown as $54, including a $4 fee, with the price increasing after July 4, 2026. All race proceeds are donated to Steele Creek Park for trail improvements. Awards will be given to the top three male and top three female finishers.

Course and conditions

The course distance is 13.1 miles with an elevation gain of over 2,000 feet. The route uses technical single-track trails with roots, rocks, steep climbs, creek crossings, and fast descents. Runners can expect steep ridgelines, narrow switchbacks, and rocky forest paths winding through Appalachian woodlands. Wildlife such as white-tailed deer and wild turkey may be present; bears are also noted as possible. Organizers warn the course is not beginner-friendly and describe it as technical and unpredictable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee Bristol

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Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon
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