Trail Running calendar near Acworth 2026-2027

Trail races at Lula Lake Land Trust on Lookout Mountain, including a 50K, half marathon, 10K and 1-mile kids run. Courses feature waterfalls, bluff views and substantial elevation gain; proceeds fund trail building and maintenance.

Trail races and a one mile kids fun run take place at Serenbe, Palmetto, Georgia on November 14, 2026, with age group prizes for the 5K and 10K, participation medals and shirts, warmup activities and on-site injury screening.

A two-loop trail race at Little Tallapoosa Park in Carrollton, Georgia, covering approximately 15K (9.3 miles). Timing cards record finish times; registration runs May 15–25, 2026 with a $30 entry fee.

A USATF sanctioned track endurance meeting in Ringgold, GA with 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour races. Lap scoring, a cup free policy, crew in a designated infield, and awards include a 100 mile belt buckle for the 24 hour race.

A USATF certified 5K on a paved trail at Etowah River Park in Canton, Georgia. Registration opens March 18 and the fee is $35; registration includes a tri blend shirt, chip timing, and age group medals.

Trail races at Vogel State Park featuring a 50K with over 10,000 feet of climbing and a 30K option, both run on the Coosa Backcountry and Duncan Ridge Trails with multiple aid stations and strict time limits.

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.

A 3.5 mile cross country loop on private farmland in Summerville, GA, offered in 4-hour and 8-hour formats on November 21, 2026, with one aid station, porta-potties, no on-site camping, and limited merch available.

Fort Yargo Cannonball Run is an off-road cycling event produced by Dirty Spokes Productions at Fort Yargo. The organizer offers premium off-road cycling adventures and custom bike builds.

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 at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, GA. The full is two 13.1-mile loops including 605 Appalachian Approach Trail steps, mostly singletrack trails, two aid stations, timed cutoffs, and free race pho..

A backyard ultra at Amicalola Falls State Park on a 3.6 mile, 1,025 ft elevation loop, repeated hourly until one finisher remains. Cash prizes for the last man and woman, plus support services and DNW medals.

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.

Born to Be Wild at McGuffey Nature Center on December 12, 2026 offers 5K, 10K and a 1-mile Fun Run to raise funds for land conservation and wildlife protection; family-friendly with awards and a mascot appearance.

Trail races in Chattanooga on December 13, 2026 with roughly 3.7 and 7.2 mile looped courses on Aetna Mountain, one aid station, holiday swag and pancakes, and start area amenities for spectators.

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 elimination race in Molena, GA where runners must complete a four mile loop with 1000 feet of gain each hour to continue for up to eight hours. Prizes are given after each loop and the fastest lap on the final loop decides the winner.

Trail races on Lookout Mountain, GA, offering a 50 Miler, 18 Miler and 10K on mostly single track with bluff views, creek crossings and a route through Lula Lake Land Trust.

A 25K trail race on Raccoon Mountain in Chattanooga organized by Bad Beard Events. The 2027 course runs clockwise on named trails, is cupless with two aid stations, and includes shirts, finisher prizes, awards, and post race food.