
No Business 100
Jamestown, TN
Fri, Oct 23, 2026
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Friday, October 23rd, 2026
4605 Pickett Park Hwy, Jamestown TN
47–66°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
40–64°F
dry
2024
57–77°F
dry
2023
41–73°F
dry
2022
51–73°F
dry
2021
45–67°F
dry
2020
63–77°F
rain
2019
42–62°F
dry
2018
44–64°F
dry
2017
49–65°F
rain
2016
42–69°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
Come run the No Business 100 October 23-24, 2026. This beautiful autumn race treats runners to miles of technical single-track trails and scenic landmarks. The 2026 No Business 100 is also a qualifying race for the 2027 Western States Endurance Race.
Race Details
- Location: Group Camp in Pickett CCC Memorial State Park, 4605 Pickett Park Hwy, Jamestown, TN
- Course: A single 100+ mile loop through the Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area.
- Direction: The course direction is reversed each year.
- Awards: Special buckle for completing the course in both directions.
Scenic Highlights
- Landmarks: Towering sandstone arches, rockhouses, spectacular overlooks, and waterfalls.
- Historical Sites: Abandoned farms and homesteads, including the No Business settlement.
- Nature: An adventure through some of the most scenic and wild areas in the region.
Course Challenge
- Elevation Gain: Just over 14,500 feet.
- Difficulty: Technical terrain and remote setting present a unique challenge.
- Unique Experience: Distinctive hundred-mile course that offers more than meets the eye.
Additional Information
For complete race information including course map and aid station details, runner's manual, crew/pacer guide and more visit www.nobusiness100.com.
Cutoff Time
There is a 34 hour cutoff for this race in both directions.
Course map
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