Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race

Sat Oct 03 2026 at 09:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC-04:00

Bristol, TN/VA | Bristol

Steele Creek Struggle Trail Race
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Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race
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Welcome to the Steele Creek Struggle, an epic backwoods adventure in the heart of Steele Creek Park, one of Tennessee’s most scenic and untamed trail systems. This is not your typical half marathon—it’s a gritty, wild, and rewarding test of endurance for trail runners who thrive on technical terrain and real mountain grit.
Course Overview
Distance: 13.1 milesElevation Gain: Over 2,000 feetTerrain: Technical single track with roots, rocks, steep climbs, creek crossings, and fast descentsLocation: Steele Creek Park – Bristol, TN
This course is designed for trail runners who live for the challenge. Expect to tackle steep ridge lines, narrow switchbacks, creek crossings, and rocky forest paths that wind through thick Appalachian woodlands. Every mile delivers a new test—and a new reason to love trail running.
Wild & Untamed
Keep your eyes open—you might catch a glimpse of white-tailed deer, wild turkey, and other wildlife along the course. Maybe even a bear. (Don’t worry—they’re not racing.)
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