Savage Gulf Marathon
Where the 2027 race is now
- RegistrationStatus not confirmed yet
- Race daySaturday, March 27, 2027
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- Mar 27, 2027 Saturday
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Unconfirmed Not verified yet
- Boston qualifier
- No
- Live tracking
- Not yet Shown here race week
Quick facts
- Prior marathon experience is required for the full distance.
- Brutal, unforgiving, rocky, and steep terrain is the whole point.
- Field cap is 200 runners.
- Exact start location is sent to runners the week of the race.
Course
Two steep descents and climbs into and out of Savage Gulf define the route, along with rugged plateau terrain, stream crossings, bluff-edge running, and rocky technical footing. This is a race where time goals matter less than trail judgment and keeping yourself moving.
Race-day weather
Late March on the Cumberland Plateau can mean chilly starts, wet rock, and rapid weather shifts. If rain moves through, the technical sections become much more serious.
About the Savage Gulf Marathon
Savage Gulf is marketed as a survival-style trail challenge, not a gentle introduction to trail marathons. HardWin Adventures and the Tennessee Park Rangers Association keep the field capped and require prior marathon experience for the full distance.
Past Savage Gulf Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, March 27, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, March 28, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | Results available | Open results |
| 2024 | Saturday, March 30, 2024 | Results available | Open results |
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Savage Gulf Marathon FAQ
When is the Savage Gulf Marathon?
The 2027 Savage Gulf Marathon is on Saturday, March 27, 2027.
How do I track a runner in the Savage Gulf Marathon?
Most races publish tracking in race week. Marathon Scout links the official tracker on this page during race week, once the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the Savage Gulf Marathon results?
The 2026 results and earlier years are linked on the Savage Gulf Marathon results page.
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