Troublesome Hollow 50K

APR
10-11
2027
A trail weekend in Bristol VA with 50K and 25K courses featuring riverside trails, swinging bridges, aid stations, and chip timing by Zen Arcade Timing.
10-11 Apr 2027
50 kilometers 25 kilometers

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Troublesome Hollow 50K

Troublesome Hollow 50K is a trail running weekend in Bristol, VA, organized by Yeti Trail Runners on April 10–11, 2027. The event offers mountain-distance courses and takes place near 7720 Rich Valley and the Mendota trailhead in Southwest Virginia.

Distances include:

  • 50K mountain course
  • 25K Mendota to Benhams section

The courses feature flat riverside trail sections, swinging bridges and trestles, and one short climb to a fire tower. The 25K route includes double crossings of a swinging bridge. Aid stations are provided and described as stocked with mountain hospitality; early starters should note aid stations may not be fully set up before very early runners arrive.

Packet pick-up for the 50K is scheduled the day before at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum in Bristol, with an evening pickup window. 25K packet pick-up is available race morning at the Mendota trailhead. Chip timing for the event is provided by Zen Arcade Timing, which offers real-time tracking and live splits.

Lodging notes mention an Econo Lodge near the start and downtown Bristol options. Registration is listed to open on November 1, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Events nearby

Community 5K and 1K Fun Run in Abingdon on November 7, 2026 supporting Alvarado Bible Church youth headed to the 2027 ARISE conference.
Community 5K on the Mendota Trail with river views; proceeds split equally between Mendota Kids Club and St. Jude.
Point to point ultramarathon on the Virginia Creeper Trail with long downhill sections, a famous broken Pepsi machine and finishes at Sweetbay Brewing Co.
A USATF certified 100 mile point to point on the Virginia Creeper Trail with crew access, well stocked aid stations and professional chip timing.
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