The Cherokee - Tellico Plains, TN
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The Cherokee Ultra - Tellico Plains, TN
The Cherokee Ultra is a trail ultramarathon held in Tellico Plains, Tennessee on July 17, 2027 and organized by East Coast Adventures. The event takes place in the Cherokee National Forest and follows historic and recreational routes including Warrior’s Passage, Waucheesi Tower, Buck Bald, the Benton MacKaye Trail, the John Muir Trail, the Hiwassee River and Reliance, and sections of the historic Unicoi Turnpike.
Distances offered:
- 130K - 85 miles, 19,000+ ft gain, 26 hour strict cutoff, eligibility required
- 70K - 46 miles, 10,000+ ft gain, 16 hour soft cutoff
- Waucheesi Challenge - 24 miles, 5,000 ft climb and 5,000 ft descent, 12 hour cutoff
Additional event details include themed aid stations with food and evening lighting, a finisher celebration at Tellico High School with local desserts, and awards for the top three male and female finishers in each distance. Finishers receive a buckle and event swag when registered by the stated deadline. A live stream was provided on YouTube in 2026 for real-time coverage and updates.
Mandatory gear requirements listed by the organizer include a water filter, GPX file on a device, antihistamine, continuous headlamp, and a whistle. Registration windows and refund policy are specified by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
