2026 Cedar Crest Trail Run
The 2026 Cedar Crest Trail Run will take place on February 21, 2026, at Cedar Crest Camp, an outdoor ministries facility located in Lyles, Tennessee. The event is hosted on a 500-acre property that includes varied trail systems and gravel roads, offering a mix of terrain for runners of different experience levels. The weather in Lyles on the event date is expected to be mild, with daytime temperatures ranging between 40°F and 50°F and generally clear conditions. Participants can expect a well-organized trail running event with multiple race distances, including a half marathon, 10k, and 5k. The courses are designed to be accessible, with well-marked routes, aid stations, and no time cutoffs. All runners will receive a branded tote bag, and the event includes age group awards and a post-race meal.
What distances are available for this event?
- →Half Marathon
- →10K
- →5K
What are the course details for each race?
- →Half Marathon: Relatively non-technical trail, similar to middle Tennessee trail systems
- →10K: Same non-technical trail characteristics as the half marathon
- →5K: Gravel road surface with a hilly profile
What is the schedule for the event?
- →Half Marathon and 10K: Start at 8:30 A.M.
- →5K: Start at 9:00 A.M.
When is packet pickup available?
- →Friday, February 20: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- →Saturday, February 21: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
What is included in the registration?
- →Branded tote bag
- →Age group awards
- →Post-race raffle
- →Post-race meal (with dietary restrictions accommodated upon request)
Are there any special rules or policies for participants?
- →Dogs are permitted if leashed at all times, starting at the back of the race, and runners must clean up after them
- →Dogs are allowed in tent camping/RV areas but not in lodge accommodations
- →No refunds, transfers, deferrals, or credits are available
What is the weather policy for the event?
- →The start may be delayed for lightning
- →Severe weather may result in cancellation
What on-site accommodations are available?
- →Primitive Tent Camping: $10/night
- →Bunk-Style Group Lodging (heated, shared bathrooms): $20/night
- →RV Hookup: $20/night
What is the history of the venue?
- →Cedar Crest is an Outdoor Ministries facility owned and operated by the Tennessee Western Kentucky Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church since 1959
- →The 500-acre property hosts summer camps, retreats, conferences, youth trips, family reunions, and other outdoor programming year-round
What is the course profile for each race?
- →Half Marathon: Suitable for higher intensity efforts or as a training race for longer events later in the season
- →10K: Great for tempo efforts or introductory trail racing experience
- →5K: Pretty hilly terrain with elevation challenge
Are there aid stations on the course?
- →Yes, aid stations are located at approximately miles 2.5, 4, and 6
Is there a time cutoff for the races?
- →No, there are no time cutoffs for any of the races
What is the format of the event?
- →Trail Event with mixed-terrain elements
What is the race start and finish location?
- →Start/Finish is at the building at the top of the hill, after entering the Cedar Crest Camp office and driving 0.5 miles into the field on a hard right
What is the race director contact information?
- →Contact the race director directly to reserve lodging, but no other contact details are provided in the keywords.