Trail Running calendar near Jackson 2026-2027

A July 25, 2026 trail event at Turkey Run Trail, West Point Lake, featuring a Last Man Standing 5K-loop format and a ten-loop 50K. Entries capped at 100, with prizes, finisher medal, and race t-shirt.

A night trail event at Little Mulberry Park in Dacula, Georgia featuring 7.3 mile and 3.3 mile courses. The longer course includes about 850 ft of vertical gain and a midway aid station with bathrooms.

Hot to Trot is a timed loop challenge in the Georgia summer heat. Choose between a 4-hour or 8-hour event on a flat, one-mile mixed-surface course at Boling Park. An aid station with snacks and drinks supports runners who can set up their o..

A multi-part event at the Athens YMCA on August 1, 2026 featuring a cross country 5K through the woods, a one-lap track Fun Run, and a Phantom Runner shirt option with on-site pickup.

An 8.88 hours timed loop trail event at Sweetwater State Park on Aug 29, 2026. The multi loop course crosses a river and wooded hills and uses chip timing with live lap counting.

Mind Freak in Marietta, GA is a backyard ultra style trail event built around a 1.5 to 2 mile loop. The race is untimed, self supported, and lets participants repeat the loop to reach 50K or go further while facilities remain limited.

Dirt Circus comes to Atlanta for the first time with a free community festival. Join a casual group run, meet local race directors, and enjoy food and a raffle. The event is a celebration of the local trail running scene.

An obstacle race in Dallas, Georgia on September 19, 2026 with new 2026 obstacles, multiple course options, and a Syndicate medal for those who complete two or more courses; parking is $20 at the gate.

Road Atlanta Trail Run is an event at Road Atlanta organized by Dirty Spokes Productions. The organizer runs off road cycling adventures and offers custom bike builds.

Join the 12th Annual PINK OUT in Macon for a chip timed 5K or a family friendly 1 mile fun run. Support breast cancer survivors through this community event featuring a cross country trail course and survivor celebration.

Take on a 10 mile intown trail through shaded pine and hardwood at Southside Park in Atlanta on Oct 3 2026, with twisty singletrack, steep descents and creek crossings. Proceeds support MTB Atlanta and local trail stewardship.

Timed 8 hour and 12 hour endurance runs on an approximately one mile crushed gravel loop at Boling Park in Canton, GA. The event features one aid station, electronic lap tracking, and completion awards.

Chattahoochee Pointe Trail Run is a trail running event presented by Dirty Spokes Productions, an organization known for premium off road cycling adventures and custom bike builds.

A 5K cross country race exclusive to Atlanta Track Club members on October 13, 2026, with a 1 hour 15 minute course limit. It is the final Grand Prix Series event before the December 12 Finale and the location is to be determined.

Trail races at Harbins Park near Dacula, Georgia, including a half marathon, a 50K, and a 50/50 challenge that requires completing 50 miles within the 50k cutoff. The course is nontechnical with short hills and accessible aid stations.

Experience a Halloween themed endurance race on a 2.2 mile paved loop around Miller Lake. Choose from 12, 6, or 3 hour runs or enjoy a non timed trick or treat fun run with costume contests and candy stations.

The Dirty Spokes Iron Hill Fall will take place in Emerson on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 8 miles.

A 135 mile, self supported trail race in Griffin, GA run as ten 13.5 mile loops with over 20,000 feet of climbing, strict no crew rules, a personal 4x8 staging area, and a 48 hour cutoff.

A 4K run inside the Rock Eagle 4-H Center in Eatonton, GA, featuring a tough hill and a paved course. Preregistration by October 17 includes a shirt; race day entry is available and the race is part of the Dawg Days of Summer (in Winter) se..

Chateau Elan Muscadine Run in Braselton GA offers 3.2 and 5.9 mile vineyard and trail courses on November 14, 2026. The event is capped at 275 participants and includes a free wine tasting and a discounted hotel rate.