Conquer the Bluff
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Event overview
The Conquer the Bluff takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Jacksboro, TN (3070 Appalachian Highway, corner of Eagle Bluff Road and Starz Lane). The event includes a 4.2 mile timed course, a free entry category for high school athletes (open to ages 14 to 18), and a "Sleeping but Supporting" entry. Entry fees listed for the paid events are $33.05, which includes a $3.05 fee.
Course and format
The race starts and finishes in a vacant lot on Eagle Bluff Road at the rear of the Eagle Gas and Food Market (3070 Appalachian Hwy). The route heads toward the mountain, turns onto a gravel road with a series of switchbacks, and follows a trail to the top of Eagle Bluff where participants turn around and return to the finish. The course length is just over 4 miles and includes approximately 930 feet of elevation gain.
Organizer and purpose
The event is presented by the Campbell County High School Relief Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization. The fund raises and accepts money for the benefit of Campbell County High School students and awards scholarships each spring. Past awards have included multiple scholarships and a middle college scholarship. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
