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Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K

Townsend, Tennessee
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Townsend, Tennessee
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6 Events: 16.2 Miles, 5K, 16.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles

About Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K

Escape to the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies" with a gorgeous race through the woods.

The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon is a beautiful race with sweeping panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Tennessee countryside. Both the half marathon and the 5k finish in front of the Talley Ho Inn in Townsend, TN, (the Peaceful Side of the Smokies)!  Join us, not to achieve your personal best time, but to have the best time of your life!


Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5KEscape to the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies" with a gorgeous race through the woods. The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon is a beautiful race with sweeping panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Tennessee countryside. Both the half marathon and the 5k finish in front of the Talley Ho Inn in Townsend, TN, (the Peaceful Side of the Smokies)!  Join us, not to achieve your personal best time, but to have the best time of your life!
Townsend, TN

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 6 race distances available for Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K in Townsend, TN. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Black Bear Double Charity Bib

16.2 Miles
Distance
16.2 Miles
Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about Black Bear Double Charity Bib

How long is the Black Bear Double Charity Bib?
The Black Bear Double Charity Bib covers 16.2 Miles.
What time does the Black Bear Double Charity Bib start?
The Black Bear Double Charity Bib starts at 6:15:00 PM.
Where is the Black Bear Double Charity Bib located?
The Black Bear Double Charity Bib takes place in Townsend, TN.

5K

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about 5K

How long is the 5K?
The 5K covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K start?
The 5K starts at 6:15:00 PM.
Where is the 5K located?
The 5K takes place in Townsend, TN.

Black Bear Double

16.2 Miles
Distance
16.2 Miles
Start Time
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Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Black Bear Double

How long is the Black Bear Double?
The Black Bear Double covers 16.2 Miles.
What time does the Black Bear Double start?
The Black Bear Double starts at 6:15:00 PM.
Where is the Black Bear Double located?
The Black Bear Double takes place in Townsend, TN.

Half Marathon Charity Bib

13.1 Miles
Distance
13.1 Miles
Start Time
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Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Half Marathon Charity Bib

How long is the Half Marathon Charity Bib?
The Half Marathon Charity Bib covers 13.1 Miles.
What time does the Half Marathon Charity Bib start?
The Half Marathon Charity Bib starts at 7:00:00 AM.
Where is the Half Marathon Charity Bib located?
The Half Marathon Charity Bib takes place in Townsend, TN.

Pacer

13.1 Miles
Distance
13.1 Miles
Start Time
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pacer

How long is the Pacer?
The Pacer covers 13.1 Miles.
What time does the Pacer start?
The Pacer starts at 7:00:00 AM.
Where is the Pacer located?
The Pacer takes place in Townsend, TN.

Half Marathon

13.1 Miles
Distance
13.1 Miles
Start Time
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Townsend, TN
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Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Half Marathon

How long is the Half Marathon?
The Half Marathon covers 13.1 Miles.
What time does the Half Marathon start?
The Half Marathon starts at 7:00:00 AM.
Where is the Half Marathon located?
The Half Marathon takes place in Townsend, TN.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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