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Name: Tails, Trails, and Ales
Start: 2026-11-07
End: 2026-11-07
Location: Chattanooga

Chattanooga, United States • 7 Nov 2026

Tails, Trails, and Ales

Tails, Trails and Ales is a dog-friendly trail event held at Reflection Riding in Chattanooga, TN. The event benefits Reflection Riding and is presented by local organizations and sponsors. It offers timed and untimed participation and is intended to combine trail activity with social and vendor opportunities.

Participants can choose from these distances:

1 mile Pup Dash
5K trail run
10K trail run

The course includes dog-friendly aid stations and scenic trail sections. Every human finisher receives race swag and every dog receives a bandana. The finish area features local craft beer, food, and pet-friendly vendors. The event is cupless; dog bowls will be provided. One dog per participant is allowed and 6 ft leashes are required.

Packet pickup is available at Nooga Paws and race day logistics are handled at Reflection Riding, 400 Garden Rd, Chattanooga, TN. The event was postponed from April 25, 2026 to November 7, 2026. The organizers note the event length is three hours and that participation requires bringing a dog. Timed and untimed options are available for all distances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee Chattanooga

Race information

Website Registration

10 km

10k

5 km

Pup Dash

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

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