Long Hunter Trail Runs
Long Hunter Trail Runs offers a challenging yet rewarding trail experience in Tennessee's scenic state park.
Race Date
Oct 10, 2026
Location
Long Hunter State Park, TN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Location
- Long Hunter State Park, Tennessee
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50K, 26.2M
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Course
The Experience
Long Hunter Trail Runs invites runners into the heart of Long Hunter State Park for a true trail running adventure. The park, a sprawling natural oasis near Nashville, provides a stunning backdrop of rolling hills and wooded terrain for this challenging event.
Runners can expect a demanding course that tests their mettle on the park's established trail system. With minimal elevation gain and loss reported, the focus is on technical trail running rather than significant climbs. The park's natural beauty, characterized by forests and the shores of Percy Priest Lake, offers a refreshing escape from urban life.
The atmosphere at Long Hunter is one of camaraderie and shared challenge. While specific figures on field size and geographic draw are not provided, the event is part of a series that includes longer distances, suggesting a dedicated trail running community. The typical race-day weather offers comfortable temperatures, making it an ideal setting for a fall race.
Race-provided description
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Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
Long Hunter State Park, TN
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
2 other maps for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 8 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 75°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
56°
Afternoon (High)
75°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Long Hunter Trail Runs?
The Long Hunter Trail Runs is held on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Where does the Long Hunter Trail Runs take place?
It takes place in Long Hunter State Park, Tennessee.
What distances does the Long Hunter Trail Runs offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50K, 26.2M.
Is the Long Hunter Trail Runs course flat and good for a PR?
The Long Hunter Trail Runs is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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