Trail Running calendar near Dahlonega 2025-2026

Experience rugged mountain trails and sweeping views at Tierra Redonda Mountain Trail Run and Camp in Bradley California on November 15 2025. Choose from epic 48 hour and 24 hour challenges or 20 km 10 km and 5 km distances.

Join the community for the second annual Run at the Rock at Woodland High School on November 15, 2025, featuring a scenic 5K and a fun 1 Mile on grass and rugged trails. Tackle the 90 foot ascent known as The Rock for a memorable challenge.

Run through Chateau Elan vineyards and woodsy trails with 3 or 5.5 mile options in this scenic vineyard run. Limited to 325 runners and finishing includes a complimentary Chateau Elan wine tasting and awards for top finishers.

Run as many miles as you like around Lake Conausaga at Cohutta Madness, a timed loop race set at Georgia's highest lake. Choose 12, 8 or 4 hour formats and enjoy a mostly flat, forested trail with lakefront scenery.

The Harvest Creek Classic is a 5K running event held at Cauley Creek Park in Johns Creek, Georgia. Featuring a USATF-certified 3.1-mile rubberized trail, the course offers scenic views of the Chattahoochee River, sports courts, athletic fie..

Circle Endurance Event is a USATF sanctioned track based timed race at Ringgold High School hosted by the Chattanooga Track Club. Choose 3, 6, 12 or 24 hour options and run continuous laps to chase distance, community and personal bests.

Challenge the Duncan Ridge Trail at Vogel State Park near Blairsville, Georgia with 50K or 30K trail routes. Scenic Coosa Backcountry sections, aid stations along the way, and proceeds benefit the park volunteers.

Run amid forest, creeks and the 729 foot Amicalola Falls in full and half trail races at Amicalola Falls State Park. Expect gutsy climbs on mostly singletrack, well stocked aid stations, finisher medals and pro timing.

Take on a backyard ultra at Amicalola Falls State Park, repeating a marked loop every hour until one runner completes the final solo lap. Each entrant carries a $100 bill and the last runner standing claims the cash prize.

The Dirty Spokes Off The Grid Fort Yargo Cannonball Run is a trail running event held at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Georgia. Participants can choose between two distances: 8.75 miles or 3.10 miles. The race features a mix of smooth an..

Join the Paulding Young Life Jingle Jog 5K or family 1K on the flat, tree lined Silver Comet Trail in Dallas, GA. Festive costumes, prizes, and proceeds benefit Paulding Young Life, making this a fun holiday run for all.

Tackle scenic technical trails in Helen GA at the Helen Holiday Half Marathon on December 13 with half marathon and 10K options. Expect climbs, hiking sections and one aid station, plus a beanie, pint glass and medal.

Tackle steep trails at Summit Showdown in Little Mulberry Park, Dacula, on December 28, 2025 with 10 mile and 5K routes that climb to some of Gwinnett County's highest points. Finish with pancakes and coffee to refuel and celebrate.

Join the Atlanta Fat Ass at Sweetwater Creek State Park on Jan 4 2026 for scenic, technical singletrack loops in 25K and 50K options, exclusive to GUTS members. Stick around after the race for a hearty crockpot chili contest and hot food.

Run Sawnee Mountain at Dirty Spokes Mayhem on the Mountain, a scenic but technical trail race with rocky roots, creek crossings and a ridgeline climb. Pick 5.15 mile or 3 mile distances and register early limited to 325 runners.

Join the Godzilla Thrilla 30 hour endurance run in Anderson, SC and run as many laps as you like on a flat two mile loop while supporting Ronald McDonald House of Japan. Overnight camping, casual aid and finisher awards await.

Run the Duncan Ridge ridgeline at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA, Jan 13 to 18 2026, with distances from 25 km to a 200 mile epic. Marked loops, staffed aid stations and crew access make this a rugged multi day ultramarathon for adven..

Test your grit at MAD Backyard Ultra in Camp Jordan Park, East Ridge TN. Run a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains; this qualifier for The Big Dog's Backyard Ultra crowns the last person standing.

Experience the Tsali Ultra on January 17 2026 in the Nantahala National Forest, featuring scenic single track and lakeside trails with Great Smoky Mountains views. Choose from 50K 30K or 8K distances for a challenging and unforgettable trai..

Red Top Rumble is an 11.5 mile trail run through wooded paths with bridge crossings and lake views at Red Top Mountain State Park in Cartersville GA on February 1, 2026. Expect winding moderate trails and scenic vistas.