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Trail Running Calendar near Gatlinburg 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Gatlinburg for 2026-2027! We've gathered 8 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

Trail Running Calendar United States
September 2026
Sep
12
Sa

Marine Mud Run - Maryville

Obstacle Run 3 mi
Marine Mud Run in Maryville features a roughly 3 mile off road obstacle course with mud pits and a separate 1K youth run.
October 2026
Oct
10
Sa

Urban Wilderness 50k

Trail Run 10 km 50 km
Trail event in Knoxville with a 50K 31 mile loop and a 10K course through the Urban Wilderness Gateway Park and the city trail network.
Oct
17
Sa

Viewpoint Endurance Challenge

Backyard Ultra
Timed endurance events on a 1.4 mile loop near Whittier NC, including 24h, 12h, 6h, 3h races and rucking divisions.
Oct
17
Sa

Smoky Mountain 24 Hour Challenge

Trail Run
A 24 hour loop trail event in Sevierville with two timed challenges, a 3 mile loop, frequent aid support, and an 80 mile Dolly themed buckle for finishers.
December 2026
Dec
6
Su

Dirty South Trail Races

Trail Run 10 km 13 mi
Trail races at Mead's Quarry in Knoxville include a half marathon, a 10K and a kids one mile on mixed technical singletrack and flowing mountain bike trail. The half marathon has a four hour limit and aid stations with small cups.
January 2027
Jan
16
Sa

Tsali Ultra

Trail Run 8 km 30 km 50 km
Tsali Ultra in Bryson City NC on January 16 2027 offers 8K, 30K and 50K trail races with aid stations, drop bags, cupless policy, and enforced cutoffs.
April 2027
Apr
9-10
Fr - Sa

Mountain Man Memorial March

Road Race Trail Run 3 mi 6 mi 13 mi 26 mi
Two day Gatlinburg event with runs, marches and virtual options from 5K to marathon, featuring military and civilian categories and support for Gold Star Families.
May 2027
May
8
Sa

Mudder's Day Madness Mud Run 5K

Obstacle Run 5 km
Obstacle mud run at Montvale with a 5K and a mile fun run, costumes welcome, proceeds support Montvale Springs therapeutic programs.
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