Moccasin Bend Fall Classic
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Moccasin Bend Fall Classic
The Moccasin Bend Fall Classic is a distance-certified running event held in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Now in its 43rd year, the race takes place on a straight, out-and-back course that begins and ends at the Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute. The event is managed by the Chattanooga Track Club and offers participants a choice between two distances:
- 10 km
- 5 km
The course is noted for being flat and fast, with a maximum grade of 1% and a total elevation of 258 feet. Runners follow Moccasin Bend Road, reaching a turnaround point at the Moccasin Bend Golf Course for the 5 km distance or at Hudson Road for the 10 km distance. There are two water stations located at these turnaround points. A strict course cut-off is enforced, requiring a minimum pace of 16:30 per mile for 10 km participants.
Both races are point-earning events for the Chattanooga Track Club Runner of the Year (ROY) program. Instead of a formal awards ceremony, participants can check their finish results online and collect award certificates for first, second, or third place in overall or age group categories at a dedicated table.
The event serves as a fundraiser for the Johnson Mental Health Center's PATH program. This initiative provides outreach, case management, and mental health assistance to individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their housing. Registration is conducted exclusively online, with no paper applications or cash payments accepted on-site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
