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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 trail event for people and their dogs at Reflection Riding, 400 Garden Rd, Chattanooga, TN. The event was postponed from April 25, 2026 to November 7, 2026. All proceeds benefit Reflection Riding.

The event is hosted by Nooga Paws, Bad Beard Events, and Reflection Riding, presented by Mountain View Auto Group, with sponsorship from Tucker Build, Club Pilates, Black Creek Chattanooga, Build Sage Design, and Fleet Feet. The course uses natural trails and includes dog friendly aid stations. The event is cupless and dog bowls are provided.

Timed and untimed options are available. One dog per participant is allowed and six foot leashes are required. Every human finisher receives race swag and every dog receives a bandana. Packet pickup is available the evening before at Nooga Paws, 313 Manufacturers Rd #111, and on event day at Reflection Riding, 400 Garden Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37419.

After the trail activities there is a gathering with local craft beer, food, and pet friendly vendors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10K trail run
5K trail run
1 mile Pup Dash fun run with dogs

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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