48th Annual Hill & Dale 8 Miler
- Date Sat 2nd January 2027
- Time 11:00AM CST
- Location Millington, Tennessee
- Price $16.90 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Join us for the 48th Annual Hill & Dale 8 Miler on Saturday, January 2, 2027, in the stunning Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, located in Millington, Shelby County, Tennessee. This exhilarating race kicks off at 11:00 AM and features a USATF-certified 8-mile course that meanders through the park’s picturesque hills and dales. Runners of all levels are invited to experience the thrill of this scenic route, which showcases the natural beauty of one of Tennessee’s most cherished outdoor spaces.
Don’t miss your chance to start the new year on a high note! Registration is open now and will remain available through race day, but be sure to sign up early to take advantage of the lowest pricing—prices increase after December 24th. Enjoy chip-timed accuracy provided by the Memphis Runners Track Club and make sure to allow extra time for travel and warm-up on race day. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable running event that promises to be a highlight of your January!
Don’t miss your chance to start the new year on a high note! Registration is open now and will remain available through race day, but be sure to sign up early to take advantage of the lowest pricing—prices increase after December 24th. Enjoy chip-timed accuracy provided by the Memphis Runners Track Club and make sure to allow extra time for travel and warm-up on race day. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable running event that promises to be a highlight of your January!
Organiser's Description
HILL AND DALE 8 MILER
_PRESENTED BY MEMPHIS RUNNERS TRACK CLUB_
EVENT DETAILS
Race Date: January 2, 2027
Start Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
Start 2027 off right with the Hill and Dale 8 Miler. This scenic course winds through the roads and paved paths of Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, showcasing the hills and dales of one of Tennessees most beautiful parks.
This is one of only a handful of USATF-certified 8-mile courses in Tennessee (Certificate #TN20013MS).
REGISTRATION
NO race day registration onsite.
Registration will remain open through race day, but must be completed on your own device before arriving.
Register early to secure the lowest pricing!
Prices increase on December 24th.
TIMING
The race will be chip-timed (electronic timing) by the Memphis Runners Track Club.
PACKET PICKUP
TBD
Race-day packet pickup will be available.
DIRECTIONS
Do NOT rely solely on GPS for exact race location.
Take Hwy 51 (Thomas) to North Watkins heading west/north. Continue on North Watkins until it ends at Locke-Cuba Road. Turn LEFT and go approximately 0.7 miles to the 4-way stop at the General Store.
Continue straight for approximately 1.6 miles to the park entrance. Turn RIGHT onto Grassy Lake Road. Continue straight inside the park for about 1 mile to reach the start/finish area.
Registration will be located in the lodge at the far end of the parking lot on the left.
Please allow extra time for travel, parking, and warm-up. Arrival often takes longer than expected.
SHIRT DEADLINE
TBD
_PRESENTED BY MEMPHIS RUNNERS TRACK CLUB_
EVENT DETAILS
Race Date: January 2, 2027
Start Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
Start 2027 off right with the Hill and Dale 8 Miler. This scenic course winds through the roads and paved paths of Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, showcasing the hills and dales of one of Tennessees most beautiful parks.
This is one of only a handful of USATF-certified 8-mile courses in Tennessee (Certificate #TN20013MS).
REGISTRATION
NO race day registration onsite.
Registration will remain open through race day, but must be completed on your own device before arriving.
Register early to secure the lowest pricing!
Prices increase on December 24th.
TIMING
The race will be chip-timed (electronic timing) by the Memphis Runners Track Club.
PACKET PICKUP
TBD
Race-day packet pickup will be available.
DIRECTIONS
Do NOT rely solely on GPS for exact race location.
Take Hwy 51 (Thomas) to North Watkins heading west/north. Continue on North Watkins until it ends at Locke-Cuba Road. Turn LEFT and go approximately 0.7 miles to the 4-way stop at the General Store.
Continue straight for approximately 1.6 miles to the park entrance. Turn RIGHT onto Grassy Lake Road. Continue straight inside the park for about 1 mile to reach the start/finish area.
Registration will be located in the lodge at the far end of the parking lot on the left.
Please allow extra time for travel, parking, and warm-up. Arrival often takes longer than expected.
SHIRT DEADLINE
TBD
Races
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48th Annual Hill & Dale 8 Miler With Race Shirt
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Cotton Long Sleeved T-Shirt - Bella & Canvas Brand
Sat 2nd January 2027 (11:00AM CST)
$27.50
OPENS 30 SEPThe cutoff date to receive a shirt on race day is TBD -
48th Annual Hill & Dale 8 Miler Without Race Shirt
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 2nd January 2027 (11:00AM CST)
$16.90
OPENS 30 SEP
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