The Caving Cow 5K and Half Marathon

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

This race will take you on the trails of Cardwell Mountain located in McMinnville, Tn. You will traverse a trail of double and single track route with some rocks, roots and elevation. You will finish with a .88 out and back through the beautiful Cumberland Caverns Cave. You are going to want to be a part of this epic experience. We will offer 2 distances, 5K and Half Marathon. Both races will begin in an open field and run to the trail (about .30 mile to the trail). You will need a headlamp as you will be going into the depths of the cave.

🌄 Race Details

• 5K Course: The 5k will be a single loop with 470 feet of gain. You will then run an out and back through the cave to the finish line.
• Glow Stick: You will get a glow stick at the turn around point in the cave and carry this with you to the finish line.
• Half Marathon Course: The half marathon will consist of 5 loops of the single and double wide trail.
• Final Loop: On the fifth loop you will then run an out and back through the cave to the finish line.

🎽 Registration Includes

• Chip Timing: Ensuring accurate race results for everyone.
• Aid Stations: Two aid stations - one at the start and finish line and one at the halfway point on loop.
• Race Shirt: Receive a Caving Cow race shirt to commemorate your experience.
• Swag Bag: A swag bag filled with goodies for each runner.

📜 Cumberland Caverns History

There is a rich history dating back to 1810 of Cumberland Caverns and can be found at Cumberland Caverns.

🗓️ Event Date and Location

The Caving Cow 5K and Half Marathon will take place on April 18, 2026, at 1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd, Mcminnville, TN. For more information and to register, visit here.