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The Cades Cove Loop Lope is the only organized footrace held inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Smokies to pay for park projects and programs such as historic preservation, wildlife conservation, native plant and grassland restoration, and many more park needs that would otherwise go unfunded.
Registration for the Nov. 9, 2025, 5k and 10-mile race will open June 2 at 10:00 a.m. ET.
You can pick up your race packet at either of the following locations:
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, from 3-6 p.m. at River Sports Outfitters – 2918 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN
Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, from 1-5 p.m. at the Townsend Visitor Center – 7906 E Lamar, Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN
Carpooling is essential to maximizing participation in this race. A limited number of vehicle reservations for site access will be available for purchase for an additional fee. Registrants who do not purchase a vehicle pass must either carpool with a passholder they know or utilize the group transportation option from the Townsend Visitors Center. Handicapped accessible transportation will be available.