Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Bristol, Tennessee
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race, taking place on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, in the stunning Steele Creek Park, Bristol, Tennessee. This isn't your ordinary half marathon—it's a challenging 13.1-mile journey through one of Tennessee's most beautiful and rugged trail systems. With over 2,000 feet of elevation gain, this course will test your endurance and grit with its technical terrain, steep climbs, and thrilling descents.
As you navigate through narrow switchbacks, rocky paths, and refreshing creek crossings, keep an eye out for the local wildlife, including white-tailed deer and wild turkeys. This race is designed for experienced trail runners ready to push their limits in a raw and unpredictable environment. With awards for the top three male and female finishers and all race proceeds going to trail improvements, the Steele Creek Struggle promises an unforgettable experience for those who dare to take on the wild! Sign up today and prepare for a trail running adventure like no other!
As you navigate through narrow switchbacks, rocky paths, and refreshing creek crossings, keep an eye out for the local wildlife, including white-tailed deer and wild turkeys. This race is designed for experienced trail runners ready to push their limits in a raw and unpredictable environment. With awards for the top three male and female finishers and all race proceeds going to trail improvements, the Steele Creek Struggle promises an unforgettable experience for those who dare to take on the wild! Sign up today and prepare for a trail running adventure like no other!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the Johnny Fresh Legs Steele Creek Struggle, an epic backwoods adventure in the heart of Steele Creek Park, one of Tennessees most scenic and untamed trail systems. This is not your typical half marathonits a gritty, wild, and rewarding test of endurance for trail runners who thrive on technical terrain and real mountain grit. Also sponsored by Mountain Sports Limited, Bristol, VA , Petro Chili & Chips, Beat Street Bites (beatstreetbites.com) & Dr. Michael Smith Chiropractic, Bristol, TN.
Course Overview
Distance: 13.1 miles
Elevation Gain: Over 2,000 feet
Terrain: Technical single track with roots, rocks, steep climbs, creek crossings, and fast descents
Location: 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 testand a new reason to love trail running.
Wild & Untamed
Keep your eyes openyou might catch a glimpse of white-tailed deer, wild turkey, and other wildlife along the course. Maybe even a bear. (Dont worrytheyre not racing.)
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Race Warning
This is not a beginner-friendly race. Its raw. Its technical. Its unpredictable. And its unforgettable. Perfect for runners looking to push their limits and earn serious trail cred.
Ready to Run Wild?
If youre up for the challenge, sign up and get ready to experience trail racing the way it was meant to bemuddy, steep, and gloriously tough.
All race proceeds donated to Steele Creek Park for trail improvements.
Awards will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers.
The Struggle is Real, Rough, Rocky & Rooty!
Course Overview
Distance: 13.1 miles
Elevation Gain: Over 2,000 feet
Terrain: Technical single track with roots, rocks, steep climbs, creek crossings, and fast descents
Location: 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 testand a new reason to love trail running.
Wild & Untamed
Keep your eyes openyou might catch a glimpse of white-tailed deer, wild turkey, and other wildlife along the course. Maybe even a bear. (Dont worrytheyre not racing.)
warning
Race Warning
This is not a beginner-friendly race. Its raw. Its technical. Its unpredictable. And its unforgettable. Perfect for runners looking to push their limits and earn serious trail cred.
Ready to Run Wild?
If youre up for the challenge, sign up and get ready to experience trail racing the way it was meant to bemuddy, steep, and gloriously tough.
All race proceeds donated to Steele Creek Park for trail improvements.
Awards will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers.
The Struggle is Real, Rough, Rocky & Rooty!
Races
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Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$54.00
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Location
4 Little Lane, Bristol, 37620, TN, United States
Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race
