Cades Cove Loop Lope – Townsend, TN 2026
Date
November 8, 2026
Location
Townsend, TN
Venue
Cades Cove Loop Road
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$100.00
Events
10 Mile Loop Lope, 5K Loop Lope
Includes
T-Shirt
The Cades Cove Loop Lope is the only organized footrace held inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park , to benefit Friends of the Smokies . All funds raised benefit park projects and programs such as historic preservation, wildlife conservation, native plant and grassland restoration, and so much more. There are two course options, a 5K or a USATF Certified 10-Mile Loop. Participation is limited to 750 total runners. This race sells out fast, so please don't wait to register! You can pick up your race day packets and race bibs at either of the following times/locations: Thursday, November 5, 2026, 3-6PM at River Sports Outfitters – 2918 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 2-5pm at the Townsend Visitor Center – 7906 E Lamar, Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN Carpooling is essential to maximizing participation in this race. A limited number of vehicle reservation passes for on-site access in Cades Cove will be available for purchase for an additional fee. Please n
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