Hill & Dale 8 Miler
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Event overview
The 47th Annual Hill & Dale 8 Miler is scheduled for January 3, 2026 in Millington, Tennessee. The race is an 8-mile USATF certified course (certificate # TN20013MS). The event is organized by the Memphis Runners Track Club and takes place at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park on Grassy Lake Road.
Course, timing and entries
The course uses roads and paved paths through Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park. Electronic chip timing will be provided by the Memphis Runners Track Club. Two entry options are offered: an entry with a race shirt and an entry without a race shirt. The listed price range is $16.90 to $27.50, which includes a $2.50 fee. Shirt orders have a deadline of December 18, 2025, and prices increase on December 24, 2025. The organizer states there is no onsite race day registration; registration remains available online. Packet pickup details are to be determined, and race day packet pickup will be available.
Location and directions
The start area is inside Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, approximately one mile from the park entrance on Grassy Lake Road. The registration area is in the lodge at the far end of the parking lot. The race references additional driving directions to reach the park from North Watkins and Locke-Cuba Road. Sponsors listed include Memphis Runners and Grivet Outdoors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
