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The Cherokee - Tellico Plains, TN

Tellico Plains, United States • 18 Jul 2026

Located in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, The Cherokee Ultra runs in the Cherokee Forest and offers 130K with 19,000 ft gain, 70K with 10,000 ft gain, and the 24-mile Waucheesi Vert Challenge with 5,000 ft climb and 5,000 ft descent. Start/finish is Tellico Plains High School. Course highlights include the Benton MacKaye Trail, John Muir Trail, Hiwassee River, and the Unicoi Turnpike (Trail of Tears route). The event blends day-time themed aid stations with lantern-lit night sections, finishing with desserts. Mandatory gear includes a headlamp, water filter, GPX/map, and whistle. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee Tellico Plains

Race information

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85 mi
19000 m+
130k
46 mi
10000 m+
70k
24 mi
5000 m+
Waucheesi Challenge
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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