Tennessee
Tennessee Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Tennessee for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 88 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Tennessee below and join the trail community at these great events!
November 2026
Looped trail event near Petersburg TN offering 3, 6 and 12 hour options on 3 miles of former horse trails with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain and loss.
A multi-event running festival in Memphis with 6- and 12-hour endurance formats, loop races, relays, a Run Club Showcase, on-course aid, and finisher swag.
A rugged wilderness single track 50K near Soddy Daisy with steep climbs, minimal aid, and a post-race burger; $80 entry and a membership discount available.
A hilly trail 5K and a 1-mile walk at Maury County Park in Columbia, TN, featuring nearly 400 feet of elevation gain and proceeds to Narrow Gate.
A 4 mile run at Ijams Nature Center in Knoxville with in-person and virtual options plus a s'mores party and post-run refreshments.
Technical single-track trail races of 6.5, 10.2, and 20 miles on the Mullens Cove and Pot Point loops in Prentice-Cooper WMA near Chattanooga with river bluff views.
Trail races at Fall Creek Falls Park offering 50 km, 100 km and 100 mile distances with substantial climbing. The courses cross suspension bridges, pass multiple overlooks and waterfalls, and include several miles along the lake shoreline.
A timed, rain-or-shine community event in Fairview on 11/26/2026 featuring a 5K road/trail course and two 1-mile fun run options.
Experience a technical trail race through Tennessee's gorges and waterfalls with marathon, half marathon, and ruck distances at Foster Falls State Park.
December 2026
Test your endurance on a 1.1 mile loop with 340 feet of elevation gain at this multi-division timed event held on a private farm in Franklin, Tennessee.
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.
Experience the scenic trail network of Montgomery Bell State Park in a 50K, 25K, or 15K race supporting local park preservation and environmental education.
Trail races in Memphis on December 12, 2026 featuring a Half Marathon and a 7 Miler on Wolf River Trails with aid stations and a cupless policy.
Four trail races at Shelby Farms Park from Dec 12, 2026 to Feb 27, 2027 with in person and virtual options, multiple distances, and age group awards.
Celebrate the season with a 5K or 10K trail race on Aetna Mountain featuring scenic loops, holiday swag, and a post-race pancake breakfast in Chattanooga.
A holiday themed event in Antioch featuring a scenic 5K run or walk, a virtual 5K option, and a 1K kids run at Orchard Bend Park. Proceeds benefit The Nashville Food Project and park restrooms will be closed for winter.
A Last Runner Standing trail race in Jackson TN where runners must complete a 4.3 mile loop each hour and are eliminated until a single finisher remains.
Experience a 36 hour timed trail race on a scenic 4 mile loop in Memphis featuring illuminated night trails and distances ranging from a single lap to over 100 miles.
January 2027
Experience a scenic 25k trail race at Raccoon Mountain in Chattanooga featuring a clockwise loop through diverse terrain and technical trails.
Test your limits at this 24 hour endurance festival in Tennessee featuring a 2 mile grass loop course with camping, music, and a community atmosphere.