Flipper Bend Trail Race
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About the race
Flipper Bend Trail Race is a joint event presented by Wild Trails, the North Chickamauga Creek Conservancy, and the Flipper Bend Community. The event offers a trail 1/2 marathon and a 5 mile race on the Flipper Bend Trails on the back of Signal Mountain, with proceeds directed to trail maintenance for Flipper Bend and the North Chickamauga Creek section of the Cumberland Trail. All participants must carry a personal hydration source (hydration pack, hand-held bottle, waist belt, or a bottled container). This is a cupless event; aid stations will have few to no disposable cups.
Headphones are strongly discouraged for safety. Dogs are not allowed on race day. Courses are mapped and available for download as .gpx files. Elevation gain and aid station details: - 1/2 Marathon - 1509 ft elevation gain; aid stations at 3 and 11 miles - 5 Mile - 656 ft elevation gain; aid station at 3 miles Registration is online only and closes Thursday, April 1 at 11:59pm.
A signed waiver is required. Fees vary by date: 1/2 marathon fees range from $65 early to $85 on race day; 5 mile fees range from $40 early to $60 on race day. Wild Trails membership provides a 10% race discount and certain membership levels include complimentary race entries.
There are no refunds and race numbers may not be transferred. Post-race food and beverages and awards for overall top finishers are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
