Trail Running calendar near Dawsonville 2025-2026

We have found 60 Trailruns within 80 miles of Dawsonville. See below where and when you can find the races.

Explore Tsali Ultra at Tsali Recreation Area in Nantahala Forest with 8K, 30K and 50K single track courses offering views of Fontana Lake and the Great Smoky Mountains. The 50K is the NC USATF 50 km championship with cash prizes.

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.

February 2026

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.

Event details The Dirty Spokes "Heritage Park Farm to Trail" trail run takes place at Heritage Park in Watkinsville, Georgia on February 7, 2026 (Saturday). The event is part of the Dirty Spokes trail run series and is listed as t..

Gone Loco is a small field trail endurance event on the Eureka Trail in Athens TN on Feb 8 2026. Choose the 33 miler 55k Cherokee Ultra qualifier, the 11 mile, or the new 11 mile ruck for a flat, runnable rail to trail challenge with aid st..

Join the 19th annual Thrill In The Hills at Fort Yargo State Park for scenic trail races in solo and relay formats across 5 miles, 13.1 miles and 50K. Rolling hills and technical single track promise a fun, memorable challenge.

Take on the Yonah Mountain Vertical Challenge, a two day trail race near Cleveland GA with 5,000 or 10,000 feet of climb, a two person relay, or the full 15,000 across the weekend. Expect rugged trails and sweeping summit views.

Run for the River and Polar Plunge at Camp Kiwanis in Danielsville offers a scenic 5K trail along the Broad River with a shorter walking loop. Add an optional group polar plunge to benefit Broad River conservation.

March 2026

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.

Scenic, rugged trails in the Cohutta Wilderness near Ellijay Georgia with 30k or 50k options, steep climbs, creek crossings and waterfall views. Aid stations and basecamp hospitality keep you fueled.

Run rugged singletrack in McLemore Cove with steep climbs up Pigeon Mountain and scenic passages by Rocktown. Choose 10K, 30K or 50K for a challenging day on the trails with epic views and a 50K time limit of 10 hours.

Georgia Grit Trail Run presents a gritty 10K through mud, thick grass and punchy singletrack at Georgia International Horse Park. Tight turns and limited sight lines make for a technical challenge amid the Spartan OCR weekend.

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..

Challenge yourself at the Yeti 7 and 11 Hour Endurance Run at Sweetwater Creek State Park with 7 or 11 hour options on scenic looped trails. Enjoy a playful 7 11 style aid station serving classic snack favorites to keep you going.

Run ultra distances at Sweetwater Creek State Park near Atlanta with 200 mile and 100 mile options from March 23 to 27, 2026. Looped trails, staffed aid stations, a sleep station and hot food keep you moving while chip timing and live track..

The Last Man Standing - Rome will take place in Rome on Friday 27 March 2026.

The Georgia Death Race is a legendary 74 mile trail ultramarathon in Blairsville GA with roughly 16,000 feet of climbing and descent through the mountains. Runners carry a railroad spike to toss at the finish and earn an engraved keepsake.

Bootlegger 100 in Flovilla, GA on March 28, 2026 features 100 mile, 50 mile and 12 mile looped trail races with solid aid station support and crew access. Pursue a 100 mile buckle, enjoy hot evening food, and race with a welcoming ultrarunn..

April 2026

Tackle wooded single and double track at Red Top Mountain State Park on April 4, 2026 in the Dirty Spokes Iron Hill trail run. Choose 7.5 or 3.8 miles and enjoy rugged trails, medals and a capped field for an intimate race day vibe.

Tackle scenic single or double 15.6 mile loops through Fort Yargo State Park with 25K and 50K trail options on fully marked courses. Enjoy aid stations, finisher medals, post race food and a dog friendly 25K for canine companions.