Trail Races & Routes in Tennessee
Explore 56 trail running and hiking routes across Tennessee. 0 organized races and 56 training routes covering distances from 4.1 mi to 621.1 mi. Elevation gains range from 286 ft to 50,858 ft. Preview every trail in 3D flyover with segment breakdowns.
Key Takeaways
Total Routes
56
Races / Routes
0 / 56
Distance Range
4.1 mi - 621.1 mi
Elevation Range
286 ft - 50,858 ft
Most Popular Distance
Other (41)
Surface Type
100% Trail
| Route Name | Location | Distance | Elevation Gain | Type | Race Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huskey Gap Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 4.1 mi | 1,609 ft | route | — |
| Abrams Falls Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 4.2 mi | 512 ft | route | — |
| Porters Creek Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 4.2 mi | 1,532 ft | route | — |
| Abrams Falls | Blount County, Tennessee | 5.0 mi | 904 ft | route | — |
| Chickasaw Recreation Area big loop (TN) | Chester County, Tennessee | 5.0 mi | 643 ft | route | — |
| Pollard Road Trail | Clarksville, Tennessee | 5.1 mi | 555 ft | route | — |
| Boulevard Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 5.1 mi | 1,425 ft | route | — |
| Rabbit Creek to Hannah Mtn | Blount County, Tennessee | 5.3 mi | 1,255 ft | route | — |
| Rough Creek | Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee | 5.3 mi | 2,232 ft | route | — |
| Rainbow Falls Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 5.5 mi | 3,476 ft | route | — |
| Bull Head Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 6.2 mi | 3,936 ft | route | — |
| Alum Cave Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 6.6 mi | 2,633 ft | route | — |
| Grapeyard Ridge Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 7.0 mi | 1,980 ft | route | — |
| Hemp Top | Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee | 7.1 mi | 1,969 ft | route | — |
| Frozen Head Fire Tower | Morgan County, Tennessee | 7.2 mi | 1,927 ft | route | — |
| Clingman's Dome | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 7.6 mi | 2,644 ft | route | — |
| Clingman's Dome, Appalachian Trail (NC, TN) | Sevier County, Tennessee | 7.6 mi | 2,644 ft | route | — |
| Ramsey Cascades Trail | Sevier County, Tennessee | 7.9 mi | 1,331 ft | route | — |
| Percy Warner Park Mossy Ridge Trail (Red Trail) (TN) | Davidson County, Tennessee | 8.4 mi | 1,594 ft | route | — |
| Murfreesboro Greenway | Murfreesboro, Tennessee | 8.7 mi | 286 ft | route | — |
| Rock Creek | Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee | 9.9 mi | 1,821 ft | route | — |
| Montgomery Bell Trail (TN) | Dickson County, Tennessee | 10.3 mi | 1,135 ft | route | — |
| Volunteer Trail at Long Hunter State Park | Davidson County, Tennessee | 10.7 mi | 594 ft | route | — |
| Mt Le Conte (TN) | Sevier County, Tennessee | 10.8 mi | 2,905 ft | route | — |
| Big Frog Mtn (TN) | Polk County, Tennessee | 10.8 mi | 2,102 ft | route | — |
| Knoxville Urban Wilderness South Loop (TN) | Knox County, Tennessee | 10.8 mi | 902 ft | route | — |
| Warner Parks Red, White & Blue (TN) | Davidson County, Tennessee | 11.2 mi | 1,791 ft | route | — |
| Sugarland Mountain Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 11.2 mi | 4,512 ft | route | — |
| Fiery Gizzard | Marion County, Tennessee | 11.4 mi | 983 ft | route | — |
| Hall Top via Buzzards Roost | Cocke County, Tennessee | 12.1 mi | 2,859 ft | route | — |
| Clarksville Greenway | Clarksville, Tennessee | 12.1 mi | 948 ft | route | — |
| West Fork | Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee | 12.2 mi | 1,670 ft | route | — |
| Lakeside Valley Loop, Tims Ford State Park (TN) | Franklin County, Tennessee | 12.3 mi | 1,000 ft | route | — |
| Rich Mountain Road GSMNP (TN) | Blount County, Tennessee | 14.0 mi | 1,653 ft | route | — |
| Old Settlers Trail | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | 14.3 mi | 3,459 ft | route | — |
| Sewanee Trails | Sewanee, Tennessee | 16.7 mi | 1,794 ft | route | — |
| Perimeter Trail | Sewanee, Tennessee | 18.7 mi | 1,764 ft | route | — |
| Fiery Gizzard Trail | Marion County, Tennessee | 19.1 mi | 1,547 ft | route | — |
| Barkley Challenge Loop | Morgan County, Tennessee | 20.1 mi | 6,473 ft | route | — |
| Fort Henry Loop (TN) | Stewart County, Tennessee | 20.9 mi | 1,870 ft | route | — |
| Downtown Gatlinburg to Cliff Tops Vertical Mile Out & Back | Sevier County, Tennessee | 21.4 mi | 5,277 ft | route | — |
| South Chickamauga Creek Greenway | Hamilton County, Tennessee | 24.0 mi | 657 ft | route | — |
| Rocky Top - Thunderhead - Brier Knob Loop (TN) | Blount County, Tennessee | 25.4 mi | 5,993 ft | route | — |
| Collins Gulf & Savage Gulf Combo - Savage Gulf State Park | Grundy County, Tennessee | 27.2 mi | 3,017 ft | route | — |
| Appalachian Trail: Roan Mountain Highlands (TN) | Carter County, Tennessee | 29.3 mi | 12,457 ft | route | — |
| Great Smoky Mountains Peak Loop (NC, TN) | Sevier County, Tennessee | 29.9 mi | 6,886 ft | route | — |
| Nash to Ash | Davidson County, Tennessee | 31.1 mi | 1,802 ft | route | — |
| Clingman's Dome, Elkmont (NC, TN) | Sevier County, Tennessee | 32.7 mi | 6,923 ft | route | — |
| Damascus Dash | Carter County, Tennessee | 42.2 mi | 7,869 ft | route | — |
| Happy Valley > Cades Cove > Kuwohi | Blount County, Tennessee | 42.3 mi | 10,715 ft | route | — |
| Kuwohi | Blount County, Tennessee | 42.3 mi | 10,715 ft | route | — |
| A Round at McCabe Golf Course (TN) | Davidson County, Tennessee | 50.2 mi | 2,428 ft | route | — |
| S.C.A.R. (TN, NC) | Sevier County, Tennessee | 67.0 mi | 17,749 ft | route | — |
| Chief Abrams Big Walk | Sevier County, Tennessee | 101.1 mi | 18,827 ft | route | — |
| Great Smoky Mountains Perimeter Loop | Sevier County, Tennessee | 249.5 mi | 50,858 ft | route | — |
| Trans-Tennessee (TN) | Morgan County, Tennessee | 621.1 mi | 34,501 ft | route | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trail races are in Tennessee?
There are 0 organized races and 56 self-supported routes available in Tennessee.
What is the average elevation gain in Tennessee?
The average elevation gain is 4,885 feet, with routes ranging from 286 to 50,858 feet.
What distances are available in Tennessee?
Available distances include: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, 50K, 50 Mile, 100 Mile, Ultra.
Can these trail routes in Tennessee be used for hiking?
Yes. 100% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.
What's the best time of year to run trails in Tennessee?
Trail running conditions in Tennessee vary by season and elevation. Check the race date column for organized events, which are typically scheduled during optimal weather windows. For year-round training routes, elevation profiles help you plan for seasonal conditions.
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