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Saturday, January 9, 2027
RABID RACCOON 2027
25K · Raccoon Mountain · Chattanooga, TN
Elevation profile15 mi · 2,200 ft gain · 648–1,848 ft
About Rabid Raccoon
A January 25K on the north and west sides of Raccoon Mountain — Megawatt, Grindstone Ridge, Lower Chunky, Live Wire 1 and 2, High Voltage, and Split Rock. Technical, rooty, beautifully cold, with direction alternating year to year. Cupless race — bring your own hydration. Proceeds benefit SORBA.
All editions
RABID RACCOON ARCHIVE
Know the course
THE GROUND RABID RACCOON RUNS ON
Get to know the trail before the gun goes off. Our guide covers the trailhead, the terrain, and the route for your watch, so a training run out here means fewer surprises on race day.
Volunteer
Crew up
Volunteer with Bad Beard Events
Our races run on volunteer power — course marshals, aid stations, packet pickup, finish-line cheer squads.
You don't need experience. Bring a thermos, decent layers, and a willingness to clap loudly. We'll plug you in.