Trail Running calendar near Dawsonville 2026-2027

A self supported 135 mile trail race in Griffin GA over ten 13.5 mile loops with 20,000 ft of climbing, strict no crew rules and a 48 hour cutoff.

A GUTS-organized 50K in Kennesaw, GA run as five 10K loops, featuring a pumpkin-carry tradition, cupless aid at start/finish, and a can goods collection for charity.

A sixth annual obstacle 5K at Tallulah Falls Middle School on November 8, 2026, with optional obstacles, on-site parking, and proceeds supporting a memorial scholarship foundation.

Timed 8 hours and 4 hours loop races around Lake Trahlyta at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA with jacket and finisher medal included.

The Chateau Elan Muscadine Run will take place in Braselton on Saturday 14 November 2026. You can run 6 miles.

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.

Timed track endurance races (3, 6, 12, 24 hours) at Ringgold High School on November 21, 2026 with aid station support and USATF sanction.

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 in Blairsville, GA on the Coosa Backcountry and Duncan Ridge Trails offering 50K and 30K with over 10,000 feet of elevation gain.

4 and 8 hour loop races on a 3.5 mile cross country course in Summerville GA with one aid station and on-site facilities.

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

A community Thanksgiving running event at The Village Green Commons in Cashiers, NC featuring a 5K Run/Walk and a Junior Warrior Course, t-shirt availability for early registrants, pies and medals for top finishers, and door prize drawings.

A multi distance ultrarun on the Silver Comet Trail in Smyrna GA with aid stations, awards, volunteer benefits and proceeds supporting local homeless communities.

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

Trail marathon and half marathon in Amicalola Falls State Park featuring 605 steps on the Appalachian Approach Trail, marked singletrack, aid stations, timing, and free race photos.

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.

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.

A Last Person Standing trail event at Another Round Lula where runners repeat a 5K loop with 100 ft gain every 45 minutes until one remains; milestone awards up to 100 miles.