Big South Fork Trail Race
Date: 09/26/2026
Location: Bandy Creek Campground, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, Oneida, TN
Courses and Prices:
- 17.5 Mile: $55.00 - $65.00 - $75.00
- 10K: $45.00 - $55.00 - $65.00
Race Details:
The 17.5 mile and 10k races start at 8:30 am (Eastern Daylight Time) at the Bandy Creek Campground.
17.5 Mile Course: An out-and-back, loop course starting and ending at the John Litton General Slavens Trailhead. The first 1.5 miles are paved and gravel, with the remainder being a single track trail. Aid stations are located at approximately 3.5, 5, 12, and 14 miles. The course closes at 1:30 pm.
10K Course: A loop course consisting primarily of single track trail.
Directions and Lodging:
From Knoxville, take I-75 north to Oneida, Exit 141 (40 minutes) and follow signs to Big South National River and Recreation Area. Proceed to Bandy Creek Campground. Camping reservations can be made through the NPS reservation service (www.nps.gov) at 1.800.365.CAMP. GPS coordinates for start: 36.490481, -84.700717.
Registration and Fees:
Note: NO REFUNDS AND NO BIB TRANSFERS. All runners MUST pre-register. Additional picnic lunches are $10.00 each. KTC member discounts apply. NO LATE OR RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
Runners are urged not to take a bib if they are not running for safety reasons. If dropping out, please notify race officials.
Shirts:
- 17.5 Mile: Limited edition long-sleeve BSF Trail Race sweatshirt.
- 10K: Long-sleeve cotton T-shirt.
Deduct $5 from the fee for either race if you choose the no-shirt option.
Awards:
Top 3 Overall, top Masters (40+), Grandmasters (50+), Veterans (60+) for Male and Female. Awards also for top Clydesdale (male, 200 lbs+) and Athena (female, 150 lbs+). Overall winners are not eligible for age division awards. Age divisions are grouped in 10-year increments. Treadin' Trodden Trails Grand Prix points will be awarded.
Post Race Celebration:
All runners are invited to a family picnic in the staging area immediately after the race. Extra meal tickets are $10.00.
Results:
Results will be available on the Knoxville Track Club website: www.ktc.org.
Course Etiquette and Safety:
Unsportsmanlike conduct may lead to disqualification. No headsets, earphones, bicycles, baby strollers, roller blades, or pets on the course. Runners are encouraged to carry their own water. For runners under 12 years old, adult accompaniment is required. A minimum pace of 18:00/mile will be enforced.
Contact Information:
Trail Series Director: Michael deLisle at 865.548.4718 or [email protected]
Race Director: Bobby Glenn at 865.548.7664 or [email protected]
Big South Fork Information: 931.879.3625
Volunteer info and signup available on Runsignup.com.
KTC Safety Policy:
The Knoxville Track Club prioritizes participant safety. Inclement weather may lead to altered start times, course modifications, or cancellation. Visible lightning within 30 minutes of the start will cause a 30-minute postponement, with potential for further delays up to a maximum of 3 delays. No refunds or transfers are offered.