Smoky Mountain Relay 2027 — Pisgah Forest, NC

Date
April 30, 2027
Location
Pisgah Forest, NC
Venue
1600 Pisgah Hwy
Start Time
12:00 AM
Entry Fee
$990.00 – $2100.00
Events
6 Person Team, 9 Person Team, 12 Person Team
Includes
T-Shirt

The Smoky Mountain Relay is a running relay event taking place April 30, 2027, in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina, at 1600 Pisgah Hwy. The race starts at midnight, requiring teams to be prepared for overnight running conditions. Entry fees range from $990 to $2100 depending on team size and registration tier. Pisgah Forest sits near the western North Carolina mountains, positioning the event in proximity to the Blue Ridge area. Teams should plan accommodations well in advance, as the midnight start means runners will need rest before the event begins. The relay format makes this event ideal for finding a local hotel where your team can gather, rest, and organize logistics before heading to the venue just before the start.

From the Race Organizer
A scenic, wild, team adventure in the mountains of Western North Carolina, the Smoky Mountain Relay is an adventure that is not to be missed. Be ready for a challenge like no other. This course will challenge you and your friends with tough legs and reward you with stories to last a lifetime. Choose from 6 person, 9 person or 12 person teams to split up the 36 legs. The 200+-mile course begins at the Pisgah Ranger Station just outside of Brevard, NC in the Pisgah National Forest and ends at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City, NC.

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Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for April 30.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Pisgah Forest, NC. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

  • Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
  • Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
  • Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
  • Emergency medical up to $250,000
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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Smoky Mountain Relay 2027 — Pisgah Forest, NC?

Smoky Mountain Relay 2027 — Pisgah Forest, NC takes place on April 30, 2027. The race is held in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina.

Where is Smoky Mountain Relay 2027 — Pisgah Forest, NC held?

Smoky Mountain Relay 2027 — Pisgah Forest, NC is held at 1600 Pisgah Hwy in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Smoky Mountain Relay 2027 — Pisgah Forest, NC?

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