Cades Cove Loop Lope

Cades Cove Loop Lope

The 9th-annual Cades Cove Loop Lope will take place on Sunday, November 9, 2025! All funds raised support park projects such as historic preservation, wildlife conservation, native plant and grassland restoration, and much more. The only organized footrace inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, to benefit Friends of the Smokies. All funds raised benefit park projects and programs such as historic preservation, wildlife conservation, native plant and grassland restoration, and so much more. There are two course options, a 5K or a USATF Certified 10-Mile Loop. Participation is limited to 750 total runners. This race sells out fast, so please don't wait to register!

Packet Pickup:

• Wednesday, November 5th, 2025, from 3-6pm at River Sports Outfitters - 2918 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN
• Saturday, November 8th, 2025, from 1-5pm at the Townsend Visitor Center - 7906 E Lamar, Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN

Transportation: Carpooling is essential. A limited number of vehicle reservation passes for on-site access in Cades Cove will be available for purchase for an additional fee. Registrants who do not purchase a vehicle pass must either carpool with a passholder or utilize group transportation from the Townsend Visitors Center. A handicapped accessible shuttle will be available at the Townsend Visitors Center.