The Caving Cow 5K and Half Marathon – Mcminnville, TN 2026

Date
April 18, 2026
Location
Mcminnville, TN
Venue
1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd
Start Time
7:15 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $65.00
Events
Caving Cow 5K, Caving Cow Half Marathon, Road 5k
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Caving Cow 5K and Half Marathon takes place on April 18, 2026, in McMinnville, Tennessee, with registration fees ranging from $30 to $65 depending on your distance selection. The race starts at 7:15 AM at Cumberland Caverns Road and offers three distance options: 1 mile, 5 miles, and a half marathon. This event accommodates runners of varying abilities, from those looking for a shorter distance to serious half-marathon competitors preparing for longer racing seasons. McMinnville's location in Middle Tennessee makes it accessible for regional runners, and the April date places it well into spring training season for many endurance athletes planning their race calendar.

From the Race Organizer
This race will take you on the trails of Cardwell Mountain located in McMinnville, Tn. You will traverse a trail of double and single track route with some rocks, roots and elevation. You will finish with a .88 out and back through the beautiful Cumberland Caverns Cave. You are going to want to be a part of this epic experience. We will offer 2 distances, 5K and Half Marathon. Both races will begin in an open field and run to the trail (about .30 mile to the trail). You will need a headlamp as you will be going into the depths of the cave. The 5k will be a single loop with 470 feet of gain. You will then run an out and back through the cave to the finish line. You will get a glow stick at the turn around point in the cave and carry this with you to the finish line. The half marathon will consist of 5 loops of the single and double wide trail. On the fifth loop you will then run an out and back through the cave to the finish line. You will get a glow stick at the turn around point in th

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Caving Cow 5K and Half Marathon – Mcminnville, TN 2026?

The Caving Cow 5K and Half Marathon – Mcminnville, TN 2026 takes place on April 18, 2026. The race is held in Mcminnville, Tennessee.

Where is The Caving Cow 5K and Half Marathon – Mcminnville, TN 2026 held?

The Caving Cow 5K and Half Marathon – Mcminnville, TN 2026 is held at 1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd in Mcminnville, Tennessee.

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