Chattanooga Mountains Stage Race
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Chattanooga Mountains Stage Race
The Chattanooga Mountains Stage Race is a three-day trail running stage race held in October around the Chattanooga area. The event uses trails on Lookout Mountain, North Chickamauga Creek (North Chick), and Signal Mountain.
The three stages and distances:
- 22 miles Lookout Mountain
- 18 miles North Chickamauga Creek
- 20 miles Signal Mountain
The field is limited to 100 runners. Online registration includes a no-shirt option for $10 less; fees vary by registration date with higher cost at packet pickup. Wild Trails membership provides a 10% race discount and the Trail Steward level includes free entry to three races. A single-day entry is available only on race day for $40; single-day entries receive no awards or shirts but include a post-run meal.
Courses are clearly marked; Stage 2 is permanently marked with Cumberland Trail white blazes and other stages use Wild Trails pink flags. Plot-A-Route maps and downloadable GPX files are available. Aid stations supply water, Tailwind electrolyte drink, salty and sweet snacks, and basic first aid. This is a cupless event so all participants must carry their own hydration and are encouraged to carry electrolytes and fuel. Runners are expected to run more than half of each stage and to maintain roughly a slightly under 17 minute per mile pace; cutoff times apply at aid stations and at finishes.
Packet pickup occurs each morning at that day’s race location; pre-registered runners need to pick up their number the first morning only and use the same pin each day. The event offers a tech tee, finisher award for three-stage finishers, sponsor items, evening runner socials, and post-race food. Dogs are not allowed and headphone use is strongly discouraged for safety. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
