When
Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Where
1015 Big Ridge Park Road, Maynardville TN
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Event Overview
Join us for our 10th Annual Ridge Runner 5K
Date, Time & Place
- Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM (5K): 9:15 AM (1 mile)
- Location: Big Ridge State Park on State Hwy 61 between Norris and Maynardville
- Address: 1015 Big Ridge Park Road, Maynardville, TN 37807
Course Description
- 5K Course: The 3.1 mile course is a beautiful trail run
- 1 Mile Course: The 1 mile fun run is a simple asphalt course
- Directions: Take I-75 to exit 122, then follow Highway 61 east for approximately 12 miles. Park entrance is on the left.
- GPS Coordinates: Latitude: 36.26138, Longitude: -83.92165
Registration & Fees
- 5K Preregistration: $30 (on-line registration)
- Race Day Registration: $35
- 1 Mile Fun Run Preregistration: $15 (on-line registration)
- 1 Mile Fun Run Race Day Registration: $20
On-line registration available at Runsignup.com/RidgeRunner. All Fees go to the Y for improving health & wellness programs & education for school age kids.
T-Shirts
- Guarantee: T-shirts guaranteed to participants registered before September 11th
Race Number Pick Up
- Details: Numbers will not be mailed
- Pick Up: At race site 45 minutes before the start
Awards & Rewards
- Medals: Given to the top 3 male & female in each age category
- Ribbons: Given to all 1-mile fun run participants
Information for Running or Volunteering
Contact Race Director Teresa Johnson at (865) 922-9622 or tjohnson@ymcaetn.org
Course map
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