Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race
- Date Sat 13th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Bristol, Tennessee
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race, happening on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in the breathtaking Steele Creek Park located in Bristol, Tennessee. This isn't just any half marathon; it's a thrilling 13.1-mile journey through one of Tennessee's most stunning and rugged trail systems. With an impressive elevation gain of over 2,000 feet, participants will encounter technical single track trails filled with roots, rocks, steep climbs, and exhilarating creek crossings.
This race is designed for those who crave a true test of endurance and enjoy the challenges of mountain terrain. As you navigate narrow switchbacks and rocky forest paths, keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife, including white-tailed deer and wild turkey. However, be warned: this race is not for beginners—it's raw, technical, and unpredictable, making it a perfect fit for seasoned trail runners eager to push their limits. Join us for a day of camaraderie, challenge, and the pure joy of trail racing, all while supporting trail improvements in Steele Creek Park. Are you ready to embrace the struggle and run wild?
This race is designed for those who crave a true test of endurance and enjoy the challenges of mountain terrain. As you navigate narrow switchbacks and rocky forest paths, keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife, including white-tailed deer and wild turkey. However, be warned: this race is not for beginners—it's raw, technical, and unpredictable, making it a perfect fit for seasoned trail runners eager to push their limits. Join us for a day of camaraderie, challenge, and the pure joy of trail racing, all while supporting trail improvements in Steele Creek Park. Are you ready to embrace the struggle and run wild?
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the 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.
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.
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.
The Struggle is Real, Rough, Rocky & Rooty!
Races
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Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$54.00
Steele Creek Struggle Half Marathon Trail Race
