The 2026 Mountain Goat Trail Race will take place on April 4, 2026, in Sewanee, Tennessee, with events starting in both Sewanee and Monteagle. The race is set on a mixed-terrain course featuring paved trails and smooth gravel, offering participants a scenic and challenging route through the natural beauty of the area. On this date, the expected weather in Sewanee is partly cloudy with a high of around 60°F and a low of 45°F, creating ideal conditions for outdoor running and walking. Participants can look forward to a well-organized event with multiple race distances, awards, and a strong emphasis on safety and course etiquette.
What distances are available for this event?
→Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
→5-Mile Run
→2-Mile Walk
What time do the different races start?
→Half Marathon: 8:00 AM at Mountain Outfitters, Monteagle
→5-Mile Run: 9:30 AM at Downtown Sewanee near Sewanee Market / Welcome Center
→2-Mile Walk: 10:15 AM at Behind Pearl's in downtown Sewanee
What is the course structure for the Half Marathon?
→The course begins on the paved Mountain Goat Trail
→Approximately 3 miles on smooth gravel in Sewanee
→Returns on the paved Mountain Goat Trail
→Finish line back at Mountain Outfitters
What is the course structure for the 5-Mile Run?
→Follows the Mountain Goat Trail to Mountain Outfitters in Monteagle
→Crosses a bridge into the parking lot at Pearl's, joining the walk route at that point
What is the course structure for the 2-Mile Walk?
→Follows the Mountain Goat Trail to Monteagle
→Same finish area as runners
What are the key safety measures in place?
→Volunteers in safety vests at crossings on the course
→Police at the Mooney's crossing on Highway 41A
What are the water stations along the course?
→Mooney's
→La Bella Pearl's
→Hawkins Lane
What is the award ceremony schedule?
→Half marathon award ceremony at 10:30 AM at Mountain Outfitters
What awards are given out?
→Prizes presented to fastest male and female entrant
→Medals to top three overall male and female
Where is the finish line located?
→On the Mountain Goat Trail, near Dollar General
What happens after crossing the finish line?
→All finishers make their way to Mountain Outfitters parking lot for prize drawings (tickets provided by Mountain Outfitters)
What is the terrain type for the event?
→Paved Mountain Goat Trail
→Smooth gravel sections (approximately 3 miles in the half marathon portion)
→Some portions share the same route between different races
What should participants be aware of on the trail?
→Stay to the right side of the trail
→Be aware that half-marathon and 5-mile runners may also be on the course
→Be courteous of walkers, as runners from behind have been asked to be courteous of walkers
Are there shuttle services available?
→Yes, shuttles are available to take entrants back to Pearl's and Sewanee. Please be patient as wait times may be long.
Where can participants park at the finish?
→Smokehouse (park on west end where restaurant formerly was located)
→Ace Hardware
What is the course certification status?
→The race length has not been certified. Race clock and timing software will be used.
What are the packet pickup options?
→Friday Pickup (All Entrants Recommended): Tower Community Bank, Monteagle, 12 PM - 5 PM
→Saturday Pickup:
• Half Marathon Runners: Mountain Outfitters, 6:45 - 7:30 AM
• 5-Mile Runners: Welcome Center, Downtown Sewanee, 8:00 - 9:00 AM
• 2-Mile Walkers: La Bella Pearl's, 9:00 - 9:45 AM
What is the contact information for the event organizers?
