About the S'mores Run Townsend 5K & 10K
The course follows the Townsend Greenbelt, a paved path that runs alongside the river, keeping things pretty level and scenic. It starts and finishes at Townsend Abbey, and the surrounding hills give the whole run a quiet, mountain-morning feel without putting any serious climbing in your legs.
After you finish, the Abbey's riverside patio turns into a proper s'mores setup, with fire pits, marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers. It is a good reason to hang around after your run, especially on a cool fall morning in the Smokies.
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Distances & Start Times
5K11/14/2026 16:30$30
10K11/14/2026 15:00$40
15K11/14/2026 15:00$65
5K11/14/2026 15:00$30
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