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Wanderers' Trail Race

Name: Wanderers' Trail Race
Start: 2026-01-25
End: 2026-01-25
Location: Maryville

Maryville, United States • 25 Jan 2026

Event overview

Wanderers' Trail Race is scheduled for January 25, 2026 in Maryville, Tennessee. The event is held at McArthur Pavilion on the edge of the Maryville College Woods. The race is part of the Knoxville Track Club Treadin' Trodden Trails series and appears in season-pass bundles for adults and kids.

Distances

5k
5k (Students 14 and under)
Kids Trail Mile

Course and timing

The 5k course runs through woods and crosses hills, dales, rocks, roots, streams, and grassy knolls. The Kids Trail Mile runs a similar course in the woods and precedes the 5k on race day. The 5k will be chip timed.

Registration, rules and services

Registration fees vary by event. The 5k price increases after January 4, 2026; student and kids registrations end on January 25, 2026. Registration is nonrefundable and bib transfers are not allowed. KTC member discounts apply and season-pass bundle options are offered. Aid will be provided on course, and runners are urged to carry their own water or cup and any necessary medication for insect sensitivities. The organizer enforces an 18:00 per mile minimum pace with a sweeper on course. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult to run the adult race. Results will be posted on the Knoxville Track Club website and on Runsignup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Tennessee Maryville

Race information

Registration

5 km

5k (students 14 and Under)

Kids Trail Mile

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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