The Locomotion 3/6/12/24 Hour Endurance Event, set for April 25, 2026, in East Ridge, TN, offers a prime opportunity to test your limits on a fast, flat course. This USATF-certified 2.00-mile loop at Camp Jordan Recreation Area is renowned for its highly runnable terrain, making it an ideal setting for both seasoned ultrarunners and those new to endurance challenges. With typical race day conditions seeing highs around 76°F and lows near 53°F, and only a 17% chance of precipitation, runners can expect favorable weather for their chosen distance: 3-hour, 6-hour, 12-hour, or the ultimate 24-hour test.

The event, hosted at 323 Camp Jordan Parkway, East Ridge, TN, fosters a supportive and exciting atmosphere with a festival-like vibe that welcomes runners and their families. The Locomotion is distinguished as the RRCA Tennessee Ultra Championship for the 12-hour race and offers the chance to break Tennessee State Records across various time and distance categories, including 6, 12, and 24-hour, along with 50 and 100-mile achievements. Participants can earn prestigious plaques for completing 50K in 6 hours, 50 miles in 12 hours, or 100 miles in the 24-hour event.

Runners can anticipate top-notch aid station support featuring a concession-style setup with a wide variety of snacks, hydration, and drinks to keep fueled throughout the race. Volunteers provide lunch, and hot food is available at the concession stand, with 24-hour runners potentially enjoying breakfast as well. The race village, located in the gravel parking lot near the start-finish, provides ample space for crew support, personal canopies, and tents, with on-site restrooms and even RV spots with electricity available for overnight stays. Remember to bring your own hydration system, as this is a cup-free event.