Trail Running calendar near Ellijay 2026-2027

Timed 4 hour and 8 hour runs on a 3.5 mile cross country loop through private farmland near Summerville, GA, with one aid station, porta potties, no on site camping, and limited merch available.

Trail races at Fall Creek Falls Park offering 50 km, 100 km and 100 mile distances with substantial climbing. The courses cross suspension bridges, pass multiple overlooks and waterfalls, and include several miles along the lake shoreline.

Timed loop race around Lake Conausaga in Chatsworth, GA, offering 4-, 8-, and 12-hour options on mostly flat forest trails. Organized by Coyote Ugly Racing with registration closing the day before the event.

Trail marathon, half marathon and a 13 mile ruck at Foster Falls State Park featuring waterfalls, ridge-line views and technical descents. Capacity is limited to 175 runners and a portion of proceeds supports park maintenance.

An in-person ultrarunning event in Smyrna GA on November 28 2026 offering multiple distances and timed options including a 100 mile race. Entry fees are listed between USD 165.38 and USD 376.25.

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 in Amicalola Falls State Park near Dawsonville GA on December 5, 2026. Courses feature extensive singletrack, two fully stocked aid stations, repeated climbs on the Appalachian Approach Trail, and free race..

A backyard ultra at Amicalola Falls State Park where runners repeat a 3.6 mile loop with 1,025 ft climb and 605 steps on the AT Approach until one runner remains. Cash prizes and milestone awards are offered.

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.

A trail event near Aetna Mountain in Chattanooga offering 5K'ish and 10K'ish looped courses, about 600 ft gain per loop, one aid station, and postrace pancakes and holiday swag.

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.

Trail races on Lookout Mountain start at Covenant College and include a 50 Miler, 18 Miler and 10K. Courses use single-track trails, exposed bluffs, creeks and Lula Lake Land Trust with staffed aid stations and evening camp fires.

The Lula Last Person Standing will take place in Lula on Thursday 31 December 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

A 25K trail race on Raccoon Mountain in Chattanooga with named singletrack sections and a clockwise route for 2027. The event is cupless with two aid stations, awards for top finishers, and post-race food.

The Mayhem on the Mountain will take place in Cumming on Saturday 9 January 2027. You can run 5 miles.

Experience a low-key trail tradition at Sweetwater State Park with 25 km and 50 km loop courses. This member exclusive event features a local chili cook-off and a relaxed atmosphere for post-holiday running.

A multi-race trail event in Blairsville GA featuring a 200 mile Duncan Ridge course plus 100 mile, 100 km, 40 mile, 40 km and other challenges, with staffed aid points, crew access rules, and on-site camping and cottages.

A Backyard Ultra at Camp Jordan Park where runners complete a 4.167-mile loop each hour until one runner finishes the final lap. The event is a qualifier for The Big Dog's Backyard Ultra and is organized by the Chattanooga Track Club.