The Pistol
About this race
March 13–14, 2027 | Alcoa, TN
An unforgettable ultra in the heart of East Tennessee. WHY RUN THE PISTOL?
Kick off your spring with a blast at one of the most fun, welcoming, and exciting ultra events around! Nestled just outside Knoxville, The Pistol Ultra Run has earned its reputation as a must-do for both seasoned ultrarunners and curious first-timers. With distances ranging from 10 miles to 100 miles, there’s a challenge for every type of runner. Push your limits, celebrate your milestones, and party with hundreds of other runners who understand that normal is overrated. WHAT TO EXPECT
- Fully-Stocked Aid Stations – Warm, welcoming, and legendary.
- Pampering Volunteers – Some of the best you’ll ever meet.
- Flat, Fast, Certified USATF Course – A greenway dream in East TN.
- Lit at Night – Literally. The course is lit for your safety & vibes.
- Push Rims & Walkers Welcome – Inclusivity is part of our DNA.
The races start and finish at the Springbrook Pool Center in Alcoa. The paved greenway trail follows scenic Pistol Creek, with gentle terrain and night lighting for around-the-clock support. The loop layout keeps the energy high and the vibes strong with friends never far away. Distances include: 10 Mile, 20 Mile, Half, Full, 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M Try the Double Barrel Challenge – 50K and 50M!
Generous cutoffs mean you have plenty of time to achieve your goal (up to 32 hours for the big ones!) 🔥 DOUBLE BARREL CHALLENGE
Take on both the 50K and 50M for the exclusive Double Barrel Award. Medals, bragging rights, and a custom award await the bold. (Must start and finish both to qualify. Select during registration.) PLAN YOUR WEEKEND
Arrive Friday At the Hilton Knoxville Airport:
- Packet pickup
- Visit The Pistol Store
- Preview the Course
- Meet your tribe and soak up the hype
- Guest Speaker (TBA Later)
Set up your own support crew area along the course. Enjoy access to indoor heated restrooms, and expect a community atmosphere like no other. BE PART OF THE MAGIC
Not racing? You can still be part of the party. We need passionate volunteers to help keep this show rolling. Runners can even volunteer AND race. It takes a village—and we want YOU in it. FOLLOW THE ACTION
Stay in the loop by liking our Facebook Page or Instagram Page Tell your crew, rally your friends, and come ready to run, cheer, and celebrate. The Pistol isn’t just a race—it’s a weekend-long experience. Pet Policy: As much as we love animals, our insurance policy does not allow dogs or pets on the premises. We kindly ask that you leave your pets at home. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Pick your distance
Trail running
50K
50 Mile Night Race
100K
100 Mile
50K/50 Mile Double Barrel
The 50K starts 7:55 AM Saturday. The 50 mile starts 8 PM Saturday.
Running
10 Mile
20 Mile
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Alcoa, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:49 AM and sets at 6:41 PM local time (EST) in Alcoa on March 13, 2027 — 11h 52m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 5 Alcoa events
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