100 Mile Swim Club

The 100-Mile Swim Club is planning to hit the trail and take an aquatic journey along one of the most iconic hiking destinations in the world.

The Kingsport Aquatic Center is pleased to announce its latest destination for the 100-Mile Swim Club – The Appalachian Trail. The challenge calls for club members to work together by “traveling” on a 2,194-mile journey from Springer Mountain, Georgia to Mount Katahdin, Maine.

As our swimmers progress, they “travel” through diverse landscapes and elevations through 14 different states.

Join us as we swim, track progress, and celebrate milestones while journeying—stroke by stroke—through the entire Appalachian Trail. That’s 2,197.4 miles across 14 states!

The challenge is scheduled to run from January 1 through December 31, 2026. Registrations are now being accepted, and the cost is $15 for Kingsport Aquatic Center and Kingsport Senior Center members and $25 for YMCA and non-members.

All participants will receive a 2026 100-Mile Swim Club t-shirt, and anyone can join at any time throughout the year.

To register, visit the front desk at the Kingsport Aquatic Center, call 423-343-9758 or click the button below.

Formed in 2016, the 100-Mile Swim Club aims to build and strengthen the swimming community through group challenges while learning fun facts about landmarks along the way. Club members will swim at their own pace, KAC staff keeps track of individuals’ miles and the club’s collective progress.