Trail Running calendar near Athens 2026-2027

Tackle Sawnee Mountain at Dirty Spokes Mayhem on the Mountain, a scenic but technical trail run featuring roots, rocks, creek crossings and ridgeline climbs. Choose a 3.0 or 5.15 mile route and grab one of only 325 spots.

Fierce Dragon at Vogel State Park is a multi day trail event on the Duncan Ridge with races from 25 km to a punishing 200 mile course. Scenic ridge laps and crewed support draw adventurous trail runners.

Huff N' Puff Trail Races in Jackson GA on Jan 17 2026 feature marathon, half marathon and 5K on scenic single track trails with rolling hills, roots and creek crossings. Runners get a lightweight hoodie and finisher medal and proceeds benef..

Run the 16th annual Dirty Spokes Heritage Park Trail Run on Feb 7, 2026 in Watkinsville GA with 6 mile and 2.8 mile options. Enjoy wooded single and double track, rolling hills, rocky technical sections and a shallow creek crossing.

Hit the trails at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Georgia on February 14, 2026 for the Thrill In The Hills trail race. Choose from 5 mile, 21K, or 50K solo or relay and tackle rolling technical trails with chip timing and finisher swag.

Join the Wildcat Ramble 5K and Fun Run on Feb 14, 2026 in Athens, GA to support Oglethorpe Elementary PTO. Enjoy a scenic 5K that weaves school and YMCA trails or a kid friendly fun run, plus shirts, timing, and awards.

Run a scenic 5K along the Broad River and Blue Stone Creek at a Bowman GA farm on Feb 21, 2026, with a shorter walking loop. Brave an optional Polar Plunge and support the Broad River Watershed Association.

Push your limits at the Yonah Mountain Vertical Challenge on Feb 21 and 22, 2026. Pick the 10,000 ft or 5,000 ft summit loops on steep, technical trail and then unwind with other runners at NoFo Brew Co.

Pick the 25k or 50k and tackle steep, rocky trails to the summits of Table Rock and Pinnacle Mountain at Table Rock State Park. Rugged singletrack, big elevation and epic views make this a true mountain trail challenge.

Hit the singletrack at the Dirty Spokes Charleston Park trail run in Cumming GA on March 7, 2026 for scenic off road miles, rolling hills and technical trail fun. Choose 6.2 or 4.3 miles among 250 spots and race for medals and prizes.

Run or walk through Georgia's only National Dedicated Old Growth Forest at the Trillium Trek in Gainesville on March 7, 2026. Choose a half marathon, 10K, or 5K to enjoy scenic trails and a nature filled race experience.

Run, walk, bike or swim for a cause at the Clemson 8 Challenge in person on March 7 or virtually March 7 to 14. Family friendly distances from an 800 m kids fun run to 8, 14.2 and 26.2 mile options help raise funds for military affiliated s..

Run scenic trails at Lake Chapman Trail Races in Athens GA on March 15, 2026, with a 5K or 15K loop around Sandy Creek Park. Expect technical singletrack, medals for all finishers, and a popular event that sold out early last year.

Join the 16th annual Dirty Spokes Off The Grid trail run at Harbins Park for scenic wooded trails and two distances 7.1 mi and 3.55 mi, with a capped field of 275 for a friendly, intimate race day. Race shirts and age group awards add extra..

Tackle a timed 7 or 11 hour trail challenge at Sweetwater Creek State Park, looping past hills, a hidden lake and historic ruins. Chip timed laps and a playful 7 and 11 themed aid station make this a memorable endurance test.

Canebrake is a multi day trail ultramarathon at Sweetwater Creek State Park near Atlanta, offering 100 and 200 mile looped courses on scenic trails. Staffed aid, a sleep station, hot food and pro chip timing keep runners supported.

Georgia Death Race is a legendary 74 mile trail challenge finishing at Amicalola Falls. Runners carry a 1 lb railroad spike to toss at the end and earn an engraved spike, and about 60 percent of starters finish.

Tackle gently rolling single track on a scenic 12.5 mile loop in Flovilla, GA on March 28, 2026. Choose 100 mile, 50 mile or 12 mile distances, enjoy crew friendly aid stations, and earn a buckle if you finish the 100 mile.

Run the Trailblazer 5K on the scenic Firefly Trail at Dudley Park in Athens, a Peachtree qualifying race supporting children's programs at Heard Park Community Center. Family friendly with a free kids fun run and virtual option.

Run the Fort Yargo Ultra on scenic single track around Fort Yargo State Park and lake, featuring a 15.6 mile loop. Choose a 25K single loop or 50K double loop and enjoy fully marked trails, aid stations, finisher medal and a post race meal.