Troublesome Hollow 50K
Bristol, United States • 25-26 Apr 2026
Troublesome Hollow 50K - April 25-26, 2026
Troublesome Hollow 50K is a multi-day trail event in Bristol, Virginia, held at 7720 Rich Valley. The weekend includes three distances:
- 50K
- 25K
- 3 Mile Walk
The course follows riverside trails that are described as flat and fast in sections and includes swinging bridges, trestles, and a short climb to a fire tower. The 25K route uses 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 handled at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum, 101 Country Music Way, Bristol. Lodging options near the start and finish include Econo Lodge at 940 Commonwealth Ave and additional downtown options listed by DiscoverBristol.org.
The event is presented as part of the From Start to Heart series. Series registration is limited to 50 participants and is priced at $450 for entry to three races in the series. Race timing is managed by Zen Arcade Timing, which provides chip timing with real-time tracking and live splits.
The event identity references Appalachian roots and local trail running history under the tagline "Where Appalachian Legends Begin." Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.