Troublesome Hollow 50K

Bristol, United States • 25-26 Apr 2026

The Troublesome Hollow 50K is a trail running event held in Bristol, Virginia, set in the scenic Appalachian region known as the birthplace of country music and Yeti Trail Running. The race features a 50K distance on Saturday and a 25K plus a 3-mile walk on Sunday, with courses that include flat, fast riverside trails, iconic swinging bridges, trestles, and a notable hill leading to a fire tower. The event offers a welcoming mountain atmosphere with aid stations and a connection to Appalachian heritage. It also serves as the kickoff for the "From Start to Heart" series, a three-race ultra running challenge through Appalachia. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
25 km
25k
3 mi
Yeti Walk (3-Mile Walk)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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