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Take on the Norris Dam Hard Trail Race, run over the rugged terrain of Norris Dam State Park. Choose between a single or double loop course, covering roughly 15.5 miles or 31 miles, designed to test your trail skills with enforced time limits and a minimum pace to keep you moving.
Runners are required to carry their own water to stay hydrated through the tough stretches. Advance registration is recommended, though late sign-ups remain possible for last-minute entrants. Strict safety protocols and a code of conduct are enforced, especially in poor weather, near Rocky Top, Tennessee.
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around Rocky Top.
Dirty South Trail Races
Dec 6, 2026 · Knoxville, TN · 22 mi away
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Rock'in Santa Half Marathon & Sunshine Santa 5K
Dec 12, 2026 · Knoxville, TN · 22 mi away
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Big South Fork 17.5 Mile Trail Race
Sep 26, 2026 · Oneida, TN · 28 mi away
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Marine Mud Run - Harmony Center Maryville at Montvale
Sep 12, 2026 · Maryville, TN · 34 mi away
3 mi
Marine Mud Run
Sep 12, 2026 · Maryville, TN · 34 mi away
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Run LOCO Half Marathon, and 5K
Dec 5, 2026 · Loudon, TN · 35 mi away
13 mi · 3.1 mi