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The Tennessee Mile

Franklin, United States • 5-7 Dec 2025

The Tennessee Mile is a challenging looped trail race held on private land near Franklin, Tennessee, featuring a 1.1-mile course with 340 feet of elevation gain. The route includes two steep climbs, runnable sections, and a downhill stretch through a field, set on a wide double-track old logging road. The event offers multiple timed divisions ranging from 3 hours to 40 hours, plus a Youth 5K for children 16 and under. Runners track their own loops with no time limits per loop, and aid is self-supported with crew allowed anywhere on the course. Camping and gear rentals are available, and the race emphasizes community spirit on this rugged, scenic terrain. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee Franklin

Race information

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40 km
40 Hour
24 km
24hrs
12 km
12hrs
8 km
8 Hour Night
6 km
6 Hour
3 km
3 Hrs
5 km
Youth 5k
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