Trail Running calendar near Acworth 2026-2027

Trail races at Vogel State Park near Blairsville, GA featuring 50K and 30K routes on the Coosa Backcountry and Duncan Ridge trails, over 10,000 feet of ascent and seven aid stations, with proceeds returning to park volunteers.

A trail race near Chattanooga on technical single-track through Mullens Cove and Pot Point loops, with bluff views, rhododendron-lined streams, and 6.5, 10, and 20 mile distance options featuring significant elevation gain.

Timed 4 hour and 8 hour runs on a 3.5 mile cross country loop through private farmland near Summerville, GA, with one aid station, porta potties, no on site camping, and limited merch available.

Timed loop trail race around Lake Conausaga in Chatsworth, GA with 4, 8 and 12 hour options on mostly flat forest trails.

An in-person ultrarunning event in Smyrna GA on November 28 2026 offering multiple distances and timed options including a 100 mile race. Entry fees are listed between USD 165.38 and USD 376.25.

The Dirty Spokes Fort Yargo Cannonball Run will take place in Winder on Saturday 5 December 2026. You can run 9 miles.

Trail races at Cloudland Canyon State Park on December 5 and 6, 2026 offer 50M, 50K, 25K and 5M distances with published elevation gain, cutoffs, maps and a runner handbook.

Trail marathon and half marathon inside Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville GA, featuring two 13.1 mile loops for the full, 605 Appalachian Approach steps, extensive singletrack, two aid stations, free race photos, and age group award..

A backyard ultra at Amicalola Falls where runners repeat a roughly 3.6 mile loop each hour until one remains, with cash prizes and achievement awards.

A multi-day staircase endurance series at Amicalola Falls State Park, Dec 9–13, 2026. Events range from a 12-hour 16-mile lap format to an 84-hour 180-mile option, offered solo or as team FlexRelay on the AT Approach Trail.

A December trail running event in Helen, Georgia offering a half marathon and a 10K. Maps, aid charts, race rules, and FAQs are provided and official photos from 2025 are available.

The Born to be Wild will take place in Newnan on Saturday 12 December 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Trail races on new Aetna Mountain trails in Chattanooga featuring a single-loop 5Kish and a two-loop 10Kish, one aid station, post-race Christmas swag and pancakes, and a family-friendly start area with amenities.

Experience a trail race through Little Mulberry Park featuring significant vertical gains and scenic views. Enjoy post race pancakes and coffee after tackling the 5K or 10 Mile course.

An eight hour elimination ultrarace in Molena, GA on December 19, 2026 where runners must complete a 4 mile loop with 1000 feet of gain each hour or be cut, earn prizes after each lap, and compete for the fastest final lap.

Trail races on Lookout Mountain start at Covenant College and include a 50 Miler, 18 Miler and 10K. Courses use single-track trails, exposed bluffs, creeks and Lula Lake Land Trust with staffed aid stations and evening camp fires.

The Lula Last Person Standing will take place in Lula on Thursday 31 December 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

A 25K trail race on Raccoon Mountain in Chattanooga with named singletrack sections and a clockwise route for 2027. The event is cupless with two aid stations, awards for top finishers, and post-race food.

A six hour trail challenge where runners complete a 5K each hour and must finish each lap within the hour. Complete all six laps to earn the OUTLAST medal and join the national leaderboard for prize opportunities.

The Mayhem on the Mountain will take place in Cumming on Saturday 9 January 2027. You can run 5 miles.