Distance
Terrain
Gone Loco is run entirely on the Eureka Trail in Athens, Tennessee, a converted rail corridor that follows a former railroad bed southeast through woodlands, rural countryside and the small community of Mashburn before reaching the outskirts of Englewood. The surface is smooth gravel rather than pavement, and the organisers bill the trail as very flat and 100 percent runnable, with gentle grades and no technical footing. The course is certified at the marathon distance, so finishing times stand as measured marks. East Coast Adventures directs the event, with entries handled through UltraSignup.
Flat gravel rail trail that is 100% runnable
Woodlands and rural landscapes along a former railroad bed
Passes through the community of Mashburn on the way to Englewood
Certified marathon course
Start / Finish
Eureka Trail, Athens, Tennessee
Outskirts of Englewood, Tennessee at the far end of the Eureka Trail
Terrain
Route
On the day
Before you enter
Other questions
Yes. The course is listed as a certified marathon course, which means it is measured at the full marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres.
The trail is smooth gravel and stays flat for the whole distance, so standard road shoes work well. Light trail shoes are also a comfortable option if you prefer a little more grip on the crushed stone.
Yes. Because the route follows one continuous rail trail, friends and family can see runners at the Athens trailhead, in Mashburn around the middle of the course, and again towards the Englewood end near the finish.
The gravel rail trail drains well and holds up in wet conditions. Any decision to change or cancel the event in severe weather would be communicated by East Coast Adventures through their website and social media channels.
Email [email protected]. The team also posts updates on their Instagram and Facebook pages.
Entry fee
Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.Athens, USA
Expected February 2028
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