You have 10 hours. How far can you go? UltraTrax is a single-day endurance walking challenge where you choose your distance: 7, 14, 21, or 28 miles. Complete it unweighted or take it up a level with a 10, 20, or 35 lb ruck and earn bonus swag along the way. Built for all experience levels, UltraTrax brings together anyone ready to see what they’re capable of.
UltraTrax East Tennessee invites particpants to explore gravel roads, dirt paths, and rolling elevation amid beautiful scenery. Steep mountain ridgelines, deep creek valleys, and dense hardwood canopies featuring oak, hickory, and pine provide for a stunning course and outdoor experience.
One of our more challenging, non-mountain course, participants will enjoy traversing nearly 1,300 feet of elevation gain per loop.
event Overview
Date: May 22, 2027
Where: Oliver Springs, TN
Lodging: Hilton Knoxville →
Season: Spring
Avg Temp: 79°F
Course Details
Elev Gain: 1299 ft
Choose
Your Distance
UltraTrax is a 10-hour endurance challenge built to meet you where you are, and test what you’re capable of. Choose the distance and level that fits your goals, then see how far you can go.
$58 EARLY BIRD
$68 on 1/1
$71 on 2/1
$76 on 4/1
$86 EARLY BIRD
$96 on 1/1
$99 on 2/1
$106 on 4/1
$96 EARLY BIRD
$106 on 1/1
$109 on 2/1
$116 on 4/1
$116 EARLY BIRD
$126 on 1/1
$129 on 2/1
$136 on 4/1
Trail Details
You’ll wind through dirt paths and grassy trails, through scenic, wooded areas.
You’ll finish back at the pavillion after a punchy ascent.
You’ll finish back at the base after a smooth descent down broad mountain corridors, stepping out of the woods right at the trailhead.
Elevation
Course Map
Trail Pack
Each participant receives a commemorative patch, custom T-shirt unique to the venue, and Trail Wolf Medal (7 or 14 Miles) or a chance to earn the Grey Wolf Medal for conquering 21 or 28 miles.
- Commemorative Patch
- UltraTrax Finisher Shirt
- Trail Wolf / Grey Wolf Medal
- Bonus swag for vest/ruck
Event Highlights
Every UltraTrax event is built to deliver an exceptional day outside. Smart course design, strong support, and an atmosphere that charges you up.
For Walkers, Hikers & Ruckers
Professionally timed course
Well-marked trails
AID STATIONS
Fully stocked aid stations located regularly along the course
Professional Photos
Unique T-Shirt, patch and medal to celebrate your miles
Custom-designed swag for each venue, so every finish comes with something unique
Explore KNOXVILLE
Knoxville pairs the energy of a city with some serious outdoor access. Just minutes from downtown, Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness offers more than 60 miles of trails winding through forests, along waterways and past historic quarry sites. At its center, Ijams Nature Center features 300 acres of trails and wildlife habitat, while the surrounding area offers everything from mountain biking and rock climbing to kayaking and paddleboarding on the Tennessee River.
Whether you want to squeeze in another hike, explore the city by bike, get out on the water or simply relax downtown after a day on the trails, Knoxville makes it easy to turn your UltraTrax weekend into a full East Tennessee adventure.
Explore The Resort
Explore The Resort
Just a 15 minute drive from the start/finish line, accommodations include a king or two queen size beds.
Enjoy the hotel's fitness center which includes free weights, elliptical machines and bikes.
Enjoy the hotel's indoor and outdoor pools and comfortable accommodations.
Dine in the warm and welcoming Burchfield’s, serving up southern classics and familiar favorites
Volunteer
Join our team behind the scenes for discounted registration and the opportunity to earn exclusive merch.
Be Trail Ready
Support the Cause
A portion of every registration supports land conservation efforts and organizations dedicated to helping protect the trails we depend on. UltraTrax proudly commits to donating a minimum of $10,000 toward this cause each year.
FAQs
Covers everything from pacing to cutoffs, training, rucking, aid, facilities, refunds, and safety.
We have an open start line from 7am-10am. However, we have time slots based on each level. They are:
Level 4 – 28 Miles
Start: 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM
Level 3 – 21 Miles
Start: 7:45 AM to 8:30 AM
Level 2 – 14 Miles
Start: 8:30 AM to 9:15 AM
Level 1 – 7 Miles
Start: 9:15 AM to 10:00 AM
Finish line closes at 5:45 PM.
Yes. All distances must be completed within 10 hours to officially finish the challenge and earn your UltraTrax patch and medal (Level 3 and 4 only). This window is designed to push you, but still give walkers of all abilities enough time to complete the course safely.
Not at all. UltraTrax is built for all levels of athletic ability. You choose your distance and whether to level up with a weighted vest or ruck.
Yes- check our custom training plans HERE.
Wear clothing you’re comfortable sweating in. Light, breathable layers, moisture-wicking socks, and a hat or sun protection. Choose trail shoes or road shoes you’ve already tested on longer walks. If conditions are wet or muddy, trail shoes with grip are ideal.
UltraTrax is a walking and hiking event, NOT a trail race. The courses, aid stations, trail access, and overall event experience are designed for participants who are walking or hiking.
While we will not disqualify you simply for breaking into a run, we strongly discourage sustained running or treating UltraTrax like a race. Runners should not expect other participants to move aside, yield the trail, or accommodate a faster pace.
If you choose to run at any point, you are responsible for slowing down well before approaching other participants. We ask that you do not attempt to pass on narrow or crowded sections of trail. On single-track trails, you must slow to a walk and remain behind the participants ahead of you until there is clearly enough room to pass safely.
Yes. You will need to bring your own vest/ backpack. We will weigh it the morning of the event before you head out on the course. Everything counts toward the total EXCEPT perishable items. We ask that you remove them from your pack prior to weighing in.
Your safety comes first. If you need to stop, UltraTrax volunteers and staff will help guide you back to the base area or to the nearest aid station.
The route will be clearly marked with signage, arrows, bright tape, and volunteers will be stationed at key intersections and aid points.
Because UltraTrax requires significant planning, staffing, and coordination with our resort / course partners, registrations are non-refundable. If you can no longer attend, you may transfer your registration to a future event date for a small fee.
We’re here to help. Email us anytime at info@ultratraxgo.com and our team will get back to you quickly.
