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Cloudland Canyon Trail Run by Run Bum Races Be sure to click "watch" for email updates for when the race goes on sale next year. frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowfullscreen>The Cloudland Canyon Trail Races from Mary Lide Parker on Vimeo.Get ready for a memorable run through the land of waterfalls! Always first FULL weekend in December, the Cloudland Canyon 50M/50K/25K/5M will surely become an adventure tradition you can't miss!Where: Cloudland Canyon State Park122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd,Rising Fawn, GA 30738This race contributes money to Cloudland Canyon State Park/Friends of Cloudland Canyon State Park so SIGN UP! Quick Details: All races take place here:Cloudland Canyon State Park122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd Rising Fawn, GA 30738-The 50 Miler and 50k take place on Saturday-The 25k and 5 mile is on Sunday! All runners get a pint glass with registration. 50 mile, 50k and 25k runners get a finisher medal. Cutoff Times: 50 miler - 15.5 hours50k - 11 hours25k - 5.5 hours5
miler - 1.5 hours. While the 5 mile route is hiker friendly the rest you will need to be running some of it most likely to make cutoffs Course Description: The goal of these races is not to be hard but to be scenic, fun and safe. The 50k consists of a single 14 loop and then a lollipop. The half marathon is a lollipop route, and the 50 miler is the 50k course, but with another lollipop off that course. The 5 mile will be a beautiful route thats a lollipop with roughly 600ft of gain - this is NOT a flat run! The 50k and 50 miler consist of mainly rolling hills with a few 200-500 ft climbs, and of course the plunge down to the bottom of the canyon and back! Expect 7500 ft gain on the 50 mile, 4500 ft gain on 50k and 2900 ft gain on the 25k. The 5 miler has about 600 ft gain. You will pass massive waterfalls, jaw dropping open views of valleys, and a sunrise as far as you can see into the horizon! The 25k is tough with all the beauty and hardship of the 50k / 50 mile course in one. It’s
totally worth it and features a plunge down to the bottom of the canyon and back up. BRING YOUR CAMERAS! Other Important Info: ALL DETAILS ON RUNBUMTOURS.COM All runners will get a finishers pint glass. 50 Mile and 50k participants get a medal. To be guaranteed a pint glass/ medal you must be registered by November 1st. l.REFUND POLICY: Outside of 90 days prior to event, a 50% credit towards another Run Bum race will be offered minus fees if you need to withdraw from the race. Credits must be used within one year of the date of the original race. Within 90 days prior to race, there are no refunds, transfers or deferments offered. Thank you for understanding, supporting our vision and helping us donate to the trails! Event's current local time: 5:10 AM ET
About
The Vol-State is not just another ultramarathon. It is much more than that. The Vol-State is a journey, an adventure, and an exploration of inner space. It begins with a ferry ride across the Mississippi River, from Missouri to Kentucky, and finishes at “the Rock,” high atop Sand Mountain in Northeast Georgia. What lies in between are 314 miles of the great unknown. From the time the Vol-Stater steps off the Ferry, until they reach the Rock, they are totally reliant upon their own physical and mental resources. For the next three to ten days, in the face of the heat and humidity of July in Tennessee , the Vol-Stater must make their way on foot, along highways and backroads, from one small town to the next, over hills and across rivers, up mountains and down long valleys, all the while accounting for all of their most basic needs; “what will I eat?” “When will I find water?” Where will I sleep?” Success is not guaranteed. There are no aid stations, teeming with volunteers waiting to tend to your every need and encourage you to continue. There are just miles and miles of empty road. Your friends can follow your progress from afar, but no pacers can carry your burden for you. If you do encounter another runner, theirs is the same desperate plight as your own. You will have doubts. Finishing will often seem an unfathomable dream. Your worst enemy may become the knowledge that an air conditioned ride to your car at the finish (in the dreaded seat of disgrace”) is but a phone call away.Many will fail. But, for those who find the steely will and muster the sheer dogged tenacity to overcome the impossible obstacles, and reach the rock on foot, the Vol-State can be a transcendental experience. No words can adequately describe the sense of combined relief and amazement to be experienced at the Rock. No one can explain the regret that this incredible journey has actually come to an end. Former King, Barry Crumrine probably summed up the Vol-State experience as well as it can be put into words;“I found in myself something that I never knew was there.”
With or without race provided logistics to arrive at the start?
If you will provide your own transportation to the start line, and your own accommodations the night before the race... you should enter with the lower cost "No bus ride or hotel pre-race" option.For the higher cost registration, you will get:a) a parking spot at the finish line, from the day before the race until you finish or your race ends,b) a seat on the bus ride along the course to Union City, with lunch provided en route.(your bus seat is guaranteed, but being there on-time is up to you!)c) a bed in a double occupancy room in Union City the night before the race.d) bus ride from Union City to the Ferry on race morning. Bus and Hotel entry will include lunch during the bus ride. All entries will include the last supper meal.
Lottery
Initial Lottery will be held on August 1, 2026.... but do not despair if you are not initially chosen. You will be placed on a wait list...Withdrawals are vigorously replaced from the wait list. And the replacement picks up velocity as the race date nears, ending with the Month of Fear the month before the event. There are a lot of openings when the event starts to seem too real! Train Like You Are In!!
Crews (UPDATE!)
THERE WILL BE NO CREW VEHICLES ALLOWED IN 2025.If you signed up for the wait list on day one and don't want to run if you can't have a crew...go ahead and withdraw.Or....don't withdraw!and take the opportunity to do what hundreds of your friends and heroes have done over the past 20 years....take to the roads and utilize your skill and resolve to overcome the challenges of the Vol State Road Race without a crew vehicle coddling you!You may just find that you are capable of more than you thought you would be.This is your chance, we have removed the temptation to compromise your screwed journey running experience!If you just can't go without that certain someone.... they are free to sign up and run right along side you,they might even thank you for the invite....AFTER they experience the joy of finishing!
Other Info
Refunds; 90% refunds are available until December 24. Refunds will be available after that time, dependent on the ability to replace the withdrawing entrant from the wait list. Refunds will be made on a declining scale: January thru March 80% refund; April and May 70% refund; June 50% refund.Wait List; A wait list will be built and the initial entrants list will be chosen late summer 2024. The wait list will be maintained after the initial field is selected....Withdrawals replaced from the wait list will receive a refund at the rate listed above, sent as a paper check mailed to the address listed on the ultrasignup account of the registrant.Check-Ins: All entrants are required to report their location by phone at 0730 and 1930 each day. Texting will suffice, and runners planning to be on break at check-in time may report early..... Failure to check in will result in a search for your body.Dropping Out: Runners may choose to drop from the race at any time, by simply calling in and requesting a ride to the car park. Transportation will be furnished at the earliest feasible time.
Event's current local time: 4:02 AM CT
Description The Lula Lake Trail Blazer is unlike any race you've ever trekked!Lula Lake Land Trust started our race series in 2019 to raise money for our trail building efforts. Lula Lake has built over 40-miles of trail on our properties across Lookout Mountain, including the Moonshine trails, Cloudland Connector Trail, and the Durham Mine Trails. Your participation in this race (and all of Lula Lake’s races) goes directly back into our trail maintenance and construction efforts! This race is designed for trail runners with 10K, Half Marathon, and 50K courses that utilize Lula Lake's famous trail systems. The race course will be well marked and you are expected to follow the course to place. Please arrive at least 20 minutes before start time if you’re pre-checked in and 45-minutes before start time if you need to check-in. 100% of proceeds go directly back into Lula Lake's trail work efforts and conservation mission. We're having a 12-under Kids Fun Run! This easy, out and back down the
gravel road will offer fun obstacles and challenges—and parents are welcome to run with their kid(s)!.FYI: Aid station details are listed below course maps. Timeline 6:30AM ET - Check-in opens for 50K7:30AM ET - 50K Start8:15 AM ET - Check-in opens for Half Marathon9:00 AM ET - Half Marathon start9:15 AM ET - Check-in opens for the 10K10:00 AM ET - 10K race start10:15 AM ET - Kids Fun Run (1 mile) 11:30 AM -1:30 PM ET - Afterparty & food12:30 PM ET - Beer Mile Cut-off time is 1:00 PM ET for 10K and Half, 5:30 PM ET for 50K10K = 30min/mileHalf-Marathon = 18min/mile50K = 10 hours = 19 min/milePlease be respectful of race officials if you are asked to drop - no discussion. You will be provided with transportation back to the start/finish. Registration Details The cutoff for receiving a race t-shirt is 10/16/26. Anyone who registers after that date will NOT receive a race t-shirt. Adult Racers:Early Registration (thru 9/8/26):$70 10K $80 Half-Marathon $100 50K Registration Prices will go up $10
on September 8, so get in early!Registration includes food and beer/drink, and afterparty. Deadline to register and received a T-Shirt in your size is BEFORE 10-10-26 Kids Fun Run (ages 12 & under)1 mile distance. Fun obstacle course. Parents are welcome to join!$15 covers ticket & food (shirts are NOT included) Note: Dogs can NOT run this race; however, they can attend with spectators if leashed. Add-ons Add-ons include a Friday night campout with bonfire + night fun run to warm up and a beer mile.Camping: $10/individual Camp Night details: The gates will open at 4:00 PM ET for camping, fun night run will start at 7 PM ET - bring a headlamp! Please select the Camping add-on while registering - LIMITED.Beer Mile: $10/individualWe're bringing back the beer mile fun run after the two main races are complete. What is a beer mile? Simple: drink 4 beers and run 4 laps around our cross country "track" (aka a loop around our gravel road) as quickly as possible. We'll provide the beer, you’ll
provide the psych! The beer mile will begin at 12:30 PM after the majority of runners have completed the 10K and Half Marathon, so you can certainly do both! (Obviously: this is a 21+ event, and we WILL be checking IDs before the race. If anyone under the age of 21 purchases a ticket, you will not be permitted to compete and will not be refunded.) If you want to add-on the beer mile to your race registration, you will see a $10 "add-on" at checkout. Click that and it will allow you to participate in both events. Please note: 50k Runners will likely not finish in time to do the beer mile. Packet Pick-up Details TBA Prize Categories 10KWomen: 1st, 2nd, 3rdMen: 1st, 2nd, 3rdNon-Binary: 1st, 2nd, 3rdHalf MarathonWomen: 1st, 2nd, 3rdMen: 1st, 2nd, 3rdNon-Binary: 1st, 2nd, 3rd50KWomen: 1st, 2nd, 3rdMen: 1st, 2nd, 3rdNon-Binary: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Courses 10K Course:This 10K is an enjoyable run through the heart of Lula Lake Land Trust. The course will take runners past beautiful scenic views including
Lula Lake’s two waterfalls and bluff overlook with a large portion following Rock Creek. As the course progresses in the Core Preserve, runners will find moderate climbs on single-track trails that total an elevation gain of 630 ft. Course overview available here.Note: The 10K will be the main Core Preserve section of the half marathon. Half Marathon Course:This challenging half marathon course boasts more than a 1,400-foot elevation gain as it climbs through our Core Preserve and Moonshine Trails. Runners will start off climbing the old railroad grade to the Moonshine Trails where they will find 800 ft. of elevation gain over the next 7 miles on single-track trails. They will then finish the remainder of their run on the 10K course with beautiful scenic views and an additional elevation gain of 630 ft.Course overview available hereCourse overview available here.Note: The 10K will be the main Core Preserve section of the half marathon. 50K Course:The 50K course will follow the half marathon
course for the first ~10 miles and then continue to the Nickajack section of the CCT where runners will make their way to High Point and make a loop back into the Core Preserve. There is an elevation gain of ~5,000ft.Crew- If you have crew meeting you with gear, the best option for parking is the Nickajack Trailhead. Runners will pass through the trailhead TWICE at miles 12 and 24.Back half of 50K overview available here (Note: the back half only shows 900 ft. of elevation gain).If you have questions about the 50K course or training route options please email [email protected]. Disclaimer: Most of the back half of the 50K course is on private property and cannot be accessed before the race. Hiking poles are allowed. The best option for training that segment is an out and back on the CCT to Tower Road. Aid Stations Aid Station Waypoints for each race are imbedded in the maps above. There are 6 aid stations and 1 light aid station along the 50k course. The first aid station is at mile 7.
Beyond that most aid stations are spaced out approximately every 3-4 miles, with the longest stretch between aid being 5 miles.The first 2 aid stations will also supply the half marathoners, and the first aid station will be along the 10k course.All aid stations (except aid station 5) will be fully stocked with: Regular water TailwindCokes Peanut butter and jelly sandwichesCracker (peanut butter crackers or cheez its)Salty chips PicklesOranges and/or bananasTrail mix **Aid station 5 will only have water, but it is less than 2 miles from the next aid station Refunds / Transfers / Deferments There are NO refunds or transfers.We do not have the capacity to mail awards, shirts, forgotten gear, etc.Deferrals are only offered in certain medical situations, please reach out to inquire. Weather This event will be rain or shine. In the event of extremely severe weather (highly unlikely in early November) we will delay the start or reschedule. Lodging The closest lodging is The Chanticleer Inn,
Cloudland Canyon State Park, or various Airbnb’s in Lookout Mountain and Chattanooga. Event's current local time: 5:04 AM ET
The last annual Heart of the South Road Race (400 and 350 miles)
The HOTS is an adventure for only the most daring. The runners will assemble on Wednesday morning, park their vehicles in a cornfield atop Sand Mountain in North Georgia, and board tour buses. The only thing they will know about their destination is that it will be between 350 and 400 miles away. Once they arrive, they will be able to access maps of the course they will take to get them back to their vehicles. After an overnight stay in a hotel, the field will be bused to the start the following morning. From there, with only the supplies they can carry or obtain along the way, they have 10.5 days to get back. Twice daily tracking will be maintained, and runners wishing to drop will be transported back to their vehicles. Finishers will be shuttled with their vehicles to motels near the finish for a safe sleep before getting behind the wheel.There is no greater freedom, than being totally alone on the open road, relying only on your wits, your skill, and your physical ability to cover ground in order to reach the finish line. Come experience it for yourself.
Lottery
Initial Lottery will be held on August 1, 2026.... but do not despair if you are not initially chosen. You will be placed on a wait list...Withdrawals are vigorously replaced from the wait list. And the replacement picks up velocity as the race date nears, ending with the Month of Fear the month before the event. Last year everyone on the wait list was eventually offered a place in the race. Train Like You Are In!!
Important Dates
Bus Ride: June 9, 2027Race Start Date: June 10, 202710.5 day cutoff
Other
Refunds; 90% refunds are available until December 24. Refunds will be available after that time, dependent on the ability to replace the withdrawing entrant from the wait list. Refunds will be made on a declining scale: January thru February 80% refund; March and April 70% refund; May 50% refund.Wait List; A wait list will be maintained after the race has filled... Withdrawals replaced from the wait list will receive a refund at the rate listed above.Athletes will park their vehicles at the parking area at Castle Rock Ranch and ride tour buses backwards on the course to the start, where they will be lodged in double occupancy Motel rooms overnight, and then provided bus transportation to the start..Check-Ins: All entrants are required to report their location by phone at 0730 and 1930 each day. Runners planning to be on break at check-in time may report early..... Failure to check in will result in a search for your body.Dropping Out: Runners may choose to drop from the race at any time, by simply calling in and requesting a ride to the car park. Transportation will be furnished at the earliest feasible time.
Event's current local time: 4:01 AM CT
Description
The Lookout Mountain trail races begin high atop the mountain at the spectacular Covenant College campus. The course offers a variety of challenging climbs, highly runnable sections and moderate descents on predominantly single track trails. The 50 and 18 mile races travel together for that 18 mile race. The course navigates two exposed bluff lines with fantastic views. On one section of trail, it is possible to see 5 states on a clear day. 50 mile runners will follow or cross no less than 5 different creeks leading the runners to Lula Lake Land Trust that winds through rhododendron, mixed hardwood, and Hemlock forests and the towering 120' Lula Falls. Great aid stations with hot soup, a dose of Southern hospitality and camp fires at night. The 10K has become one of the most challenging 10K courses in the region and for good reason. The first couple miles are flat and fast on the college cross country trails and then the speed slows down and the course turns to narrow and beautiful trails along two separate creeks with a couple steep climbs, so if you are new to trails this is a good one to hike and regardless what pace, this one will challenge you.CLICK HERE FOR RACE DETAILSRegistration DatesOnline race registration will close Dec 14, at midnight EST or once the maximum field is reached, regardless of the date. Race Fees - Membership to Wild Trails at any level will gain you a 10% discount to any race and at the Trail Steward level will gain you free entry into any 3 races (except Upchuck 50K). Click below for details.Wild Trails Membership
Race Proceeds
Race proceeds benefit Wild Trails, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the use, protection and expansion of nature trails in the greater Chattanooga area.
Event's current local time: 5:13 AM ET
What's a trash panda? It's a fun term for a raccoon...because they sort of look like giant pandas (in their coloring) and they sort of look like red pandas (which sort of look like raccoons) and also, they like to dig through the trash. It's also the slightly-bratty-but-still-kinda-cute little sister race to our perennial powerhouse, the spring Raccoon Mountain races.
START/FINISH: Laurel Point on Raccoon Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee
STUFF:
There will be swag. We have TECHNICALLY surpassed the amount of swag we ordered for this year, but in order to open up more spots to participate in the race, we have some alternative options for swag. If the swag item is something you're just going to toss in the trash, we’d rather you take the alternative swag. Tossing swag in the trash is raccoon behavior, not human behavior! We want to make sure you get something that will make your precious little heart happy.
Laser burned wooden finisher medal. Produced by a real, live, actual Tennessean. Maybe that Tennessean will dress up like a raccoon to burn them. Maybe that Tennessean will eat out of the trash can, in the name of authenticity. You never know!
Because we discontinued our Spring Raccoon Mountain race, and our favorite part of that race was the medals with your name on them, we're bringing that to this race. That's right, however you want your medal personalized, it'll be that way on race day! Burned right into the wood. Literally NOBODY ELSE will have a medal exactly like yours. (You MUST be registered by August 31st to guarantee your personalized medal. We’ll personalize what we can get to after that.)
The most stocked up aid stations you've ever encountered. We won't even make you root around in a trash can for any of it. We won't even pull any of it OUT of a trash can. It's fresh!
We have restocked our Into The Forest I Go mugs, as well as our "Stay Trashy Chattanooga" and "I Run So I Can Eat Garbage" shirts, we've got all new shirts (long sleeve and short sleeve), tank tops, and hoodies and other apparel too! (We don't give these away as swag because everyone has a preference, and we also don't get the cheapest shirt known to man, nor do we cover the back with logos.) We will also have the bargain items out!
You can also register for future races here, with a little discount for registering in cash. Later this year, we have Spookasaurus and the winter Grab Bag, and Freeze Your Half Off in January is also open for registration. We prefer cash but can also take credit cards, Venmo, and CashApp.
COURSE:
We will be using only the trails that connect to Laurel Point. The loop is a little bit more than 3.1-ish miles long. We'll have an out-and-back section marked for each distance to get you to the appropriate mileage. The 5K is a little longer than 3.1 miles, which is why it is a 5-ish K, and if you're not cool with -ish measurements, you probably won't enjoy running/walking/hiking/dorking around with us.
The trail is technical in that there are roots and rocks, but it's not particularly difficult. There are no water crossings. Trail shoes are useful, but not necessary. Hundreds of people have done this race without trail shoes. Beginners, hikers, children of all ages are welcome, and we are supportive to EVERYONE. There is an eight hour time limit for all distances. Yes, ALL distances. You must be out on your last lap by 3:45pm. (That's because the mountain closes, not because we're meanie pantsers.) We don't DNF; we'll give you a finish time for the distance you did complete.
AID STATION:
AKA, what we're known for. There will be one aid station mid-course, and another one at the start/finish/end of the 5-ishK lap. So you're never more than 2 miles from food/drinks/frivolity. that you'll pass on each lap. At the aid station will be Gatorade, water, Coke, Mountain Dew, energy gels, a variety of chips, candy, and cookies, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, pickles and pickle juice shots, and a full array of non-food supplies like Vaseline, salt pills, etc.
Please bring your own painkillers if you think you will need them (our insurance prohibits us giving any painkillers to you) and use them responsibly!
You are welcome to leave a drop bag at the designated area near the aid station. Feel free to bring a chair to put your drop bag on, a full change of clothes, your teddy bear, whatever you think you'll need to make it through your chosen race distance. Pop up tents with your crew are fine too. We have plenty of space.
Our crew is also known for their unparalleled support. We'll get you to the finish line if you let us help you! We drain and bandage blisters (we will even prep your feet BEFORE the race in an attempt to prevent those blisters from ever happening!), we keep you cooled down with ice, we work on cramps, we give great pep talks and we'll talk you out of quitting with some tough love if that's what it takes. We're here to help you, just like we've helped thousands of people before you. We consider you family, not just another runner with a number like many races.
We're not saying our family isn't a little bit dysfunctional from time to time, but it keeps things interesting, doesn't it? Seriously though, all we want is to get you to the finish line and we'll do what it takes to help you get there, and we'll be waiting there to celebrate with you!
Packet Pickup:
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30am - 8:25am at Laurel Point on Raccoon Mountain.
We might do a "quick and dirty" packet pickup on Friday night. We might not. Depends on how big the race gets. We'll email you if we decide to do it.
This race will be timed and results will be posted. You will be emailed a link.
IMPORTANT!!!! IMPORTANT!!!! IMPORTANT!!!! IMPORTANT!!! IMPORTANT!!! IMPORTANT!!!
This is NOT a slick, corporate, super-professionally produced race. We're still the same grassrootsy, laid-back people we've always been. We cater to the non-competitive, fun-loving runners of the world. We are a bunch of dorks that can measure a course and decorate it with silly raccoon signs and we do our best to make it fun. If you are expecting Ironman-levels of infrastructure and an army of volunteers, you aren't going to get it from us. You have been warned and we won't take you seriously if you complain that we're not like a typical race, because, well, that's never been a secret. If you want to have a good time in an atmosphere that is more 'giant group run' and less 'super professional NYC marathon' or 'snooty judgmental if-you-are-not-fast-we-won't-be-nice-to-you'-type thing, we'd love to invite you to join us! If you're only worried about running super fast and not about enjoying your experience and being around good humans, this is NOT the race for you. We welcome the fast AND
the slow, we just don't want anyone to be disappointed in what they get when they register, so we don't keep it a secret that we value camaraderie over competition! And we make ZERO apologies for that.
DESCRIPTION
Join Evergreen Property Group and Bad Beard Events for the 3rd Holiday Hustle Trail Race in the picturesque Black Creek subdivision, supporting the Tennessee River Gorge Trust! Experience the thrill of the brand-new trails on Aetna Mountain with race options for everyone: a challenging 10K and a swift 5K. Set against the stunning backdrop of Mt. Aetna, this event offers the perfect way to get outside and enjoy the beauty of nature just before Christmas. Mark your calendars for December 13th, 2026, and celebrate the holiday season with family, friends, and fellow trail enthusiasts. Every runner will receive fun Christmas swag and pancakes after the race. ALL ability levels are welcome, and YES, you can hike the course if you do not want to run it. The 5k-ish is a single blue/green loop and the 10k-ish is two same-direction loops. There will be one full aid station with water, and snacks at the main Aeta TrailheadThe start/finish has a large open field, covered pavilions with picnic tables and grills, a playground, a dog park, and a basketball court. So, be sure to bring the entire family, including the pups (but they cannot run the race), for a day of fun, even if you're not running!Packet Pickup will be from 7:30-8:45am and both races will begin at 9.Race distances are around 3.7 for the 5K and 7.2 for the 10K. The 5K runs one loop and the 10K runs two loops. Each loop has around 600ft of gain (you climb up and run down)Use these coordinates to the start/finish- 35.0181740,-85.4061561You can also use this address and follow signage all the way past the club to the back of the subdivision. 400 Alpine Way, Chattanooga, TN
Event's current local time: 5:13 AM ET
Overview
The Chattanooga Mountains Stage Race consists of three exciting days of trail running in the beautiful mountains surrounding Chattanooga. This challenging -- yet attainable -- series includes 22 miles on beautiful Lula Lake on Lookout Mountain for Day 1, 18 miles on point to point Cumberland Trail along North Chattanooga Creek for Day 2 and a 20-mile grand finale on the challenging but magnificantly beautiful loop on Signal Mountain to finish.CLICK HERE FOR RACE DETAILSRace Fees - Membership to Wild Trails at any level will gain you a 10% discount to any race and at the Trail Steward level will gain you free entry into any 3 races (except Upchuck 50K). Click below for details.Wild Trails Membership
Race Proceeds
Race proceeds benefit Wild Trails, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the use, protection and expansion of nature trails in the greater Chattanooga area.
Time Cut-Offs
This is not for beginners. If you cannot comfortably hold a 15 min per mile pace for 20 miles on moderately difficult trails, please do not sign up for this event. We will hold strict cut-off times as follows: Day 1 (Signal Mountain) 20 miles - 5.5 hours. Day 2 (Cumberland Trail) 18 miles - 5 hours. Day 3 (Lookout Mtn) 22 miles - 6 hours.
Evening Celebrations
Perhaps the best part of these three days is the camaraderie and the chance to get to know like minded nut cases. The festivities each night will be at the Crash Pad and beer provided by Oddstory Brewing Company, so you may want to grab a hotel near.
Event's current local time: 4:48 AM ET
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Description
The Bad Beard Events Oli Kai 3, 6, and 9 hours is a favorite in the Bad Beard collection. This event utilizes the beautiful trail system within the 317-acre property of Chattanooga's own Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center. This is a race for EVERYONE. The course for all distances is a 2.1-mile loop with around 190 feet of elevation gain. You decide what happens in all your hours of running. We'll have an aid station set up for you, AND you can set up your own in the S/F area. You can run or walk the entire time or skip a loop. It's simply what you want to run/walk in 3, 6, or 9 hours. You can come in and camp on Friday and/or Saturday night, run our race, and run Wild Trails Oli Via on Sunday morning. We are so excited to have Chattanooga Track Club timing it for us this year. About Oli Kai:https://reflectionriding.org/nature-center-news-updates/oli-kais-flight.
Sponsors
SPONSORS: Tucker Build, Fast Break Athletics, Gearhead Outfitters, Evergreen Property Group, La Sportiva, Black Diamond, Rossignol, Dynamo Brewing, Turtlebox, Peak Fitness and Physical Therapy, and Horton Design
Packet Pickup
EARLY PACKET PICKUPWHEN: Friday, September 4thWHERE: Mean Jeens- 1800 East Main ST. They'll have food and drink specials for usTIME: 4:30PM - 6:00PMRacers will be able to pick-up their race packet beginning at 4:30PM. REGISTRATION CHANGES/TRANSFERSNo Refunds. Race numbers may not be transferred to another race or another person.
Race Day
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUPWHEN: Saturday, September 5thWHERE: Start/Finish line at Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature CenterTIME: 7:00AM - 7:45AMRACE DAY REGISTRATIONOnline registration only. There will be no walk-up registration on race day.START TIMEALL races will begin at 8am. DIRECTIONS TO THE START/FINISH LINE @ REFLECTION RIDINGhttp://reflectionriding.org/
Camping
Want to camp Friday and/or Saturday night? You have the option to add it on for $30 plus tax. All proceeds go to Reflection Riding.
Race Proceeds
A portion of race proceeds will go to Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center.
Event's current local time: 4:23 AM ET
This race is all on dirt and many of the sections are flat and fast, however the ½ Marathon 2,444 feet. This is NOT an easy race. The 5K could possibly be the fastest trail 5K in the region. Please study the maps to make sure you are ready for a challenge. Hikers are most welcome if they can maintain a 16 minute per mile pace for the ½ marathon. The cutoff time for the 5K mile race is 1 Hour and the ½ marathon is 3 hrs & 28 min. The race will be followed by post race snacks and beverages.CLICK HERE FOR RACE DETAILS Event's current local time: 4:24 AM ET
About Welcome to the 41st Running of the Wauhatchie Trail Race - 1st Edition on Ultra SignupThe course covers 6.7 miles of hilly gravel and dirt roads, as well as rough double-track trails on the lower slopes of Lookout Mountain. The elevation change from the starting/finishing point to the highest point of the course is 410 feet. Participants will encounter steep ascents and descents on trails that are covered with leaves, rocks, and fallen tree limbs. Click the link below for the course map.https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/243565011 Directions Take Interstate 24 to exit #175 - Brown's Ferry Road. Go south on Brown's Ferry Road for 8/10 mile. Take a left onto Cummings Highway. Go 7/10 mile and take a right onto Old Wauhatchie Rd. Take the next right onto Garden Rd. Follow the signs to the Chattanooga Nature Center / Reflection Riding 400 Garden St. Reflection Riding About Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center: Just 10 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, Reflection Riding
Arboretum & Nature Center is Chattanooga's premier outdoor recreation venue. With 15 miles of dog-friendly hiking and running trails, a native animal exhibit, and over 317 acres of beauty, this is the perfect place for year-round adventure. For more information, visit reflectionriding.org. Handicap Status The Wauhatchie Trail Race is an age/sex handicapped race. Males 20-24 and 25-29 are considered the fastest group and start at time zero. All other groups receive a head start. Gender Age Group Handicap (HH:MM:SS) Exact Race Start TimeF 85-89 2:02:10 8:00:00 AMF 80-84 1:06:30 8:55:40 AMF 75-79 1:05:30 8:56:40 AMF 70-74 48:40:00 9:13:30 AMM 85-89 42:10:00 9:20:00 AMM 80-84 35:20:00 9:26:50 AMF 65-69 28:00:00 9:34:10 AMM 75-79 27:10:00 9:35:00 AMF 60-64 24:40:00 9:37:30 AMF 55-59 17:10 9:45:00 AMM 70-74 16:10 9:46:00 AMF 12-14 15:30 9:46:40 AMF 50-54 14:40 9:47:30 AMF 45-49 12:20 9:49:50 AMM 65-69 12:00 9:50:10 AMF 40-44 9:40 9:52:30 AMM 60-64 8:40 9:53:30 AMF 35-39 8:20 9:53:50 AMF
20-24 8:00 9:54:10 AMF 30-34 7:20 9:54:50 AMF 15-19 7:20 9:54:50 AMF 25-29 7:10 9:55:00 AMM 55-59 7:00 9:55:10 AMM 12-14 4:50 9:57:20 AMM 50-54 4:00 9:58:10 AMM 45-49 2:40 9:59:30 AMM 35-39 2:10 10:00:00 AMM 40-44 1:30 10:00:40 AMM 30-34 1:10 10:01:00 AMM 15-19 :40 10:01:30 AMM 25-29 0:00:00 10:02:10 AMM 20-24 0:00:00 10:02:10 AM Awards Top 3 Male / FemaleTop 3 Male Masters Male / Female Event's current local time: 5:19 AM ET
Description The Rabid Raccoon, hosted by Bad Beard Events, is a middle-distance race in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The race starts at Laurel Point on Raccoon Mountain and covers the north and west sides of the mountain. Runners will take on trails like Megawatt, Grindstone Ridge, Lower Chunky, Live Wire 1 and 2, High Voltage, and Split Rock. Each year, the race changes direction to keep things fresh. In 2027, runners will go clockwise. Whether you’re racing to win or want a new challenge, this beautiful course is for you. All runners will receive a shirt, a finisher prize, and post-race food. BIG SHOUT OUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Fast Break, Gearhead Outfitters, Tucker Build, La Sportiva, Rossignol, Black Diamond, Roark, Turtlebox, Friction Prescription, Swiftwick, Teva, Peak Physical Therapy and Fitness, and Horton Design. Packet Pickup WHAT: Early Packet Pick UpWHEN: January 8th, 2027WHERE: Hello Monty on Main StTIME: 4:00PM - 6:00PM Race Day RACE DAY PACKET PICKUPWHEN: Saturday, January 9th,
2027WHERE: Start/Finish Line AreaTIME: 7:30AM - 8:15AM ESTRACE STARTThe 25K will begin at 8:30AM ESTYou have 5 hours to complete this course DIRECTIONS TO LAUREL POINT PARKING LOTFrom Chattanooga, Tennessee (Approximately 20 Minutes)Take EXIT #175 for Brown's Ferry RoadTurn RIGHT, and drive 0.8 milesTurn LEFT on Elder Mountain Road (by Brown's Ferry Food Market)Continue through the roundabout, and up Raccoon Mountain for 1.5 milesTurn LEFT toward Raccoon Mountain Visitors' CenterContinue through the gate, and up the mountain for 1.2 milesAtop the mountain, continue to follow the road to the RIGHTContinue until you see the turn for the visitors' center on your RIGHTContinue straight onto a single lane roadContinue 1.1 miles along the single-lane road.Take the RIGHT turn toward Laurel Point. Drive 1.0 mile to the Laurel Point parking lot.AID STATIONSHeads up! THIS IS A CUPLESS RACE All runners must bring their own hydration pack or hand-held bottle.Goodies will be common trail race
fare: Granola bars, Gummy bears, Gels, Chips, etcWater and Gatorade will also be available at each station. There will be 2 Aid Stations!MEDICAL SERVICES- Chattanooga Hamilton County Rescue Service. These folks are awesome and work strictly on a donation basis. You can donate here: http://www.chcrs.org/Donation-Information Awards will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall Female and Male.FOOD! We will provide post-race food and beverages We love dogs but they cannot run on the course with you Volunteers Without volunteers, the Bad Beard Race Series could not survive. We are so thankful for the hands and feet that have served us in the past, and beyond grateful for those who will help us in the future. If you are interested in volunteering, please click on the "VOLUNTEER" button at the top of the page! Otherwise, meet us at the starting line around 7:00AM! We'll put your hands to work! Proceeds A portion of the race proceeds will benefit the Southern Off Road Biking Association
(SORBA), a regional division of the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA). Mission: SORBA Chattanooga seeks to utilize advocacy, education, and recreational activities to promote land access, trail preservation, and new trail development in and around the Chattanooga area. Accommodations Chattanooga has some cool spots. We recommend the Crash Pad, Hotel Indigo, Mayor’s Mansion B&B, The Moxy, and Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campgrounds. REGISTRATION CHANGES/TRANSFERS There will be no refunds for this race, and bib numbers may not be transferred to another runner.Bib-swapping will result in disqualification. Event's current local time: 5:16 AM ET
Lace up for family fun, fitness, music, food, vendors and prizes!
The Whiskey Run is the perfect race for seasoned runners or amateur enthusiasts looking for a run that doesn’t skimp on the fun. Expect great Half marathon, 5K, and 10K routes followed by local food pairings, whiskey samples, and music.
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Ready to challenge your limits and experience an unforgettable adventure? 🏃♂️ Discover the Chattanooga Ironman, a legendary competition awaiting you in the heart of Tennessee. It's an opportunity to surpass yourself in an exceptional natural setting! 🌿
Join us for the annual Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k! A fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
FREE Kona Ice
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
5k/10k/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
🏁🏅Create a team, or join an existing team during registration. Once 4 people have registered on that team, all team members will be refunded $5, once ten people register another $5 will be refunded for a total of $10!
Twisted Ankle Trail Race
2026 is a special year for the Twisted Ankle Trail Races! The 20th running of Becky's Bluff and 20 years of donating all proceeds to the park has a bonus race to offer for this year only to celebrate! If you are new to trail running and would like to "get a taste of the trail" (which can be habit forming) try out the 5K -3.1mile (ish). For those who want to test their grit, run the 10 mile (ish) or half marathon to race up to Becky's Bluff. And for 2026 only, we will offer "double the fun" with a 20-mile distance option and TWO trips up Becky's Bluff! Whether you are a seasoned trail runner looking for an excellent ramp up to the fall race season or looking for a reason to try running in the woods, you will not be disappointed with the Twisted Ankle Race at Sloppy Floyd State Park. All runners will encounter wide trails, some single track and their way up to Marble Mine. 10 Mile, Half Marathon and 20-mile runners will hit the heart and soul of the Twisted Ankle Race as they top Becky's Bluff for a short trip on the Pinhoti Trail. Rocks and roots included.
Race Info
Please visit twistedanklerace.com for detailed instructions and course information.
Event's current local time: 4:27 AM ET