Trail Running calendar near Jackson 2026-2027

A 34 hour ultrarun on a 2 mile loop along the Chattahoochee River in Valley, AL, organized by Muddy Crudd Trail and Ultrarunning to support the town's free holiday carousel tradition.

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.

Trail races at FDR State Park in Pine Mountain, Georgia featuring 19 and 40 mile loops plus a special 46 mile anniversary distance, a new 10k trail race, and a season long virtual 400 mile challenge.

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.

The Born to be Wild will take place in Newnan on Saturday 12 December 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

A trail event on December 13, 2026 in Pine Mountain, GA offering a Half Marathon and 10K at F.D.R. State Park, with race hoodies, finisher awards, aid stations, and proceeds benefiting local park and humane organizations.

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.

An eight hour elimination ultrarace in Molena, GA on December 19, 2026 where runners must complete a 4 mile loop with 1000 feet of gain each hour or be cut, earn prizes after each lap, and compete for the fastest final lap.

A six hour trail challenge where runners complete a 5K each hour and must finish each lap within the hour. Complete all six laps to earn the OUTLAST medal and join the national leaderboard for prize opportunities.

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.

Trail races in Jackson, GA on January 16, 2027 include marathon, half marathon and 5K on mostly single track with rolling hills and technical sections. Marathon and half runners must carry personal hydration and the event is cupless.

A timed trail event in Griffin, GA offering six hour and three hour races on an approximate 2 mile single track loop around a lake; central aid, guaranteed t-shirt deadline Jan 20, and a full refund available until three months prior.

The Dirty Spokes Heritage Park Trail Run will take place in Watkinsville on Saturday 6 February 2027. You can run 6 miles.

An 11.5 mile trail race at Red Top Mountain State Park featuring winding wooded trails, bridge crossings and views of Lake Allatoona. The event is run as a non-profit with parking on site and a 7.7 mile aid station cutoff.

The Fort Yargo Thrill in The Hills will take place in Winder on Saturday 27 February 2027. You can run 50 kilometers.

The Charleston Park will take place in Cumming on Saturday 6 March 2027. You can run 6 miles.

A weekend of Spartan obstacle races in Conyers, Georgia on March 13 and 14, 2027, featuring 5K, 10K and 21K courses across hilly, muddy, technical terrain at the Georgia International Horse Park.

A 10K trail run at Georgia International Horse Park featuring technical singletrack, punchy hills, and tight forested turns; spectator access, team registration, and service-member discounts are listed.