Troublesome Hollow 50K
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Event overview
Troublesome Hollow is a trail running event in Bristol, VA, held April 25-26, 2026. Distances offered include:
- 50K
- 25K
- 3-mile walk (YETI WALK)
The event is part of the "From Start to Heart" series. Series registration is limited to 50 entrants and is listed at $450.
Course and logistics
The course runs along riverside trails with swinging bridges and trestles. The route is described as mostly flat with one small climb to a fire tower. The 25K follows the Benhams to Mendota section and includes double crossings of a swinging bridge. Five aid stations are available on course.
Packet pickup for the 50K is held at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum; 25K and walk packet pickup is at the race start/finish on race morning. The event is cupless and requires a reusable cup for station drinks. Professional chip timing is provided by ZEN ARCADE TIMING. Registration opens November 3, 2025. Accommodation options include an Econo Lodge on Commonwealth Avenue and downtown Bristol lodging. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.