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Description
Experience the Southeast’s premier trail challenge. The Stump Jump 50K and 10 Miler, presented by Bad Beard Events, returns for its 25th anniversary to the rugged beauty of Signal Mountain and Walden Ridge.
Spanning a 90% single-track course, the race winds through the Cumberland Plateau’s most iconic landscapes—from the jaw-dropping vistas of the Tennessee River Gorge to lush, stream-fed coves lined with hemlock and rhododendron. Whether you are chasing your first ultra finish or your 500th, these sandstone-strewn trails offer a world-class experience that has made the Stump Jump a bucket-list event for locals and international runners alike.
The Stump Jump Guarantee:
Epic Scenery: Breathtaking views at every turn.
Unrivaled Community: A celebration of trail running with the best community in the game.
This race sells out every year—don't wait. Secure your spot on the start line today!
PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY:
Tucker Build | Gearhead Outfitters | Fast Break Athletics | La Sportiva | Black Diamond | Roark | Turtlebox | The Rosecomb | Peak Fitness & PT | Dynamo Brewing | Swiftwick | Evergreen Property Group | Rossignol | Horton Design | Chattanooga-Hamilton Rescue
Record Holders
Old Course: Kris Whorton & David Riddle
New Course: Lea Mulligan (5:21:30) & Seth Ruhling (4:09:28)
MAP- 50K- Elevation Gain Over 5K
MAP-10M
Packet Pickup 2026
Friday, March 6th, 2026
4:30 pm-7:00 pm: Packet pickup at Hello Monty- 306 W Main. We will have Stainless Pints and Bad Beard Merch available for purchase.
Saturday, March 8th, 2025
6:30 am-7:15 am: StumpJump Packet pickup at start/finish line (Signal Mountain Middle High School Soccer Pavilion)
50K start time - 7:30 am EST
We will not hold the race for late arrivals. Please arrive EARLY. Packet Pickup will open at 6:30 a.m. sharp.
****10 Miler*** Saturday, March 7th, 2026
7:45 am-8:15 am: StumpJump Packet pickup at start/finish line (Signal Mountain Middle High School Soccer Pavilion)
10 Miler start time - 8:30 am EST
We will not hold the race for late arrivals. Please arrive EARLY.
RACE DAY
50k starts at 7:30 am EST Saturday, March 7th, 2026
10 Miler starts at 8:30 am EST Saturday, March 7th, 2026
All races start and finish at the Signal Mountain Soccer Fields behind Signal Mountain High School on Sam Powell Rd .
We will have La Sportiva and Rossignol onsite to demo shoes
**NO CREWS. NO DROP BAGS** POLES ARE ALLOWED
EXTRAS: All runners will receive shirts, a post-race meal, and free beer from Dynamo Brewing.
StumpJump 50k Aid Station locations:
Edwards Point: Mile 4.9- Light aid
Mushroom Rock: Mile 8.2/29.3- Full aid
Indian Rock House: Mile 14.2 - Full aid
Snoopers Rock: Mile 16.7- Light aid
Haley Road: Mile 19.4- Light aid
Mullens Cove Parking Lot: Mile 22.8- Full aid
Finish: Mile 31.9
Aid Station Details:
PLEASE BRING A CUP as well as your regular hydration gear.
Aid= water, Gatorade, and snacks guaranteed. Certain stations will have other items: cokes, ginger ale, possibly gels, Oatmeal Creme Pies, Pickles, Chips, PB&Js, and fruit.
Cutoff Times
The 2026 Stump Jump 50k will have a 10 HOUR cut-off.
Indian Rock House (Outbound) @ mile 14.2........4hr cut-off........17 min per mile
Mullen's Cove Parking lot @ mile 22.8.........7hr cut-off..........19 min per mile
Please be respectful of race officials if you are asked to drop - no discussion. You will be provided with transportation back to the start/finish.
Again, there is a 10-hour cutoff time at the finish (5:30pm). This averages out to over 19 minutes per mile pace.
The 10 Miler has a 4 HOUR cut-off... 24 min per mile.
Edwards Point Cutoff is 4.9-........ 2 hr cut-off........24 min per mile
Refunds / Transfers / Deferments
PLEASE UNDERSTAND THIS: There are NO refunds, transfers or deferments. We do not have the capacity to mail awards, shirts, forgotten gear etc. Thanks!
Proceeds
A portion of the race proceeds will benefit Signal Mountain Athletics and Chattanooga Cave and Cliff Rescue
Camping/Where to Stay
Camping will be available at the S/F. Tent set up is on the soccer fields. There are no RV hookups but RV's are allowed. No showers but access to many bathrooms at the pavilion. If you are interested in camping on Friday or Saturday night, please email ginny@badbeardevents.com. Cost is $10 per night and will go to Signal Mountain School. 2650 Sam Powell Dr, Signal Mountain, TN 37377
It’s about a 20 minute drive from downtown Chattanooga to the start. The hotels downtown are all wonderful and I’d check Airbnb’s on Signal Mountain if you want to stay close but not camp.
Please VENMO @badbeardevents $10 to camp.
Event's current local time: 4:53 PM ET
