Prepare for an unforgettable trail running experience at the Johnston Woods Trail Festival, set to take place on May 23, 2026, in Cleveland, TN. This popular event offers a diverse range of timed challenges, including 3-hour, 6-hour, 12-hour, and 24-hour races, alongside a unique 12-hour night race and a 6-hour rucking option. Participants will navigate a 4.35-mile loop of forested, rolling hills, featuring roots, rocks, and small creek crossings that keep the course engaging yet runnable. With approximately 300-328 feet of elevation gain per lap, the well-maintained and clearly marked trails behind the Woodland Center promise a rewarding challenge for all levels.

Runners can anticipate typical race day conditions with highs around 82F and lows near 59F, along with a 16% chance of precipitation. A fully stocked aid station at the end of each lap ensures participants stay energized, offering an array of provisions like potatoes, PB&J, fruit, chips, pickles, cookies, LMNT electrolyte drink, and water, with pizza and hot food available for longer distances. Beyond the personal challenge, the Johnston Woods Trail Festival is a significant fundraiser, supporting kids' summer camps and community programming, adding a meaningful dimension to every stride. Finishers will be celebrated with a slate coaster, while 100-mile completers earn a coveted buckle, and top overall male and female runners receive gift cards and custom slate awards.