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.
