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Troublesome Hollow 50K

Bristol, United States • 25-26 Apr 2026

Event overview

Troublesome Hollow takes place April 25-26, 2026 in Bristol, Virginia at 7720 Rich Valley. The weekend includes multiple distance options:

  • 50K
  • 25K
  • 3-mile YETI WALK

The event is included in the From Start to Heart series. A series registration is listed at $450 and is limited to 50 spots for the series participants. Registration opens November 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET.

Course and logistics

The course runs on riverside trails with swinging bridges and trestles. The route includes one short climb to a fire tower. The 25K follows the Benhams to Mendota section and crosses the swinging bridge twice. Aid stations are provided along the course.

Packet pick-up for the 50K is listed at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum, 101 Country Music Way, Bristol, VA. Packet pick-up for the 25K and walk is at the start/finish location on race morning. Timing is provided by Zen Arcade Timing with chip timing, live tracking, and split displays. Lodging near the start/finish includes Econo Lodge at 940 Commonwealth Ave, Bristol, VA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee Bristol

Race information

Website Registration
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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