Trail Running calendar near Lithia Springs 2025-2026

Fire Tower Frenzy returns Nov 1, 2025 near Ellijay, GA with epic 40 mile and 100K trail challenges through the Cohutta WMA and a climb to a historic fire tower. Expect rugged climbs, lake views, regular aid stations and tough cutoffs.

Join the Cancer Sucks 5K Walk and Run on Sunday, November 2, 2025 in Canton GA for a scenic route along the Etowah River greenway. Hosted by The Shelley Foundation, the event raises funds and provides support to families affected by cancer.

Back On The Ranch Trail Run Back On The Ranch Trail Run takes place on October 3 and 4, 2025, in Los Olivos, CA. The event offers timed and multi-duration trail options. Distances and formats listed for the event include: 3 hour 6 hour 12..

Join the community for the second annual Run at the Rock at Woodland High School on November 15, 2025, featuring a scenic 5K and a fun 1 Mile on grass and rugged trails. Tackle the 90 foot ascent known as The Rock for a memorable challenge.

Run through Serenbe's scenic wellness community at the Fast Bananas Trail Race on Nov 15, with a kids Mado Mile plus 5k and 10k trail options. Enjoy warmups, finisher medals, shirts, vendors, and farmside charm.

Run through Chateau Elan vineyards and woodsy trails with 3 or 5.5 mile options in this scenic vineyard run. Limited to 325 runners and finishing includes a complimentary Chateau Elan wine tasting and awards for top finishers.

Run as many miles as you like around Lake Conausaga at Cohutta Madness, a timed loop race set at Georgia's highest lake. Choose 12, 8 or 4 hour formats and enjoy a mostly flat, forested trail with lakefront scenery.

Run for mental health in Newnan GA on Nov 15 at the Mental Health Ultra Marathon, a runnable 6 mile single track loop offering 10K, half marathon, and 50K distances. Trails, aid stations, and community support benefit Pathways Center.

The Harvest Creek Classic is a 5K running event held at Cauley Creek Park in Johns Creek, Georgia. Featuring a USATF-certified 3.1-mile rubberized trail, the course offers scenic views of the Chattahoochee River, sports courts, athletic fie..

Run amid forest, creeks and the 729 foot Amicalola Falls in full and half trail races at Amicalola Falls State Park. Expect gutsy climbs on mostly singletrack, well stocked aid stations, finisher medals and pro timing.

Take on a backyard ultra at Amicalola Falls State Park, repeating a marked loop every hour until one runner completes the final solo lap. Each entrant carries a $100 bill and the last runner standing claims the cash prize.

The Dirty Spokes Off The Grid Fort Yargo Cannonball Run is a trail running event held at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Georgia. Participants can choose between two distances: 8.75 miles or 3.10 miles. The race features a mix of smooth an..

Take on a continuous 34 hours on a scenic two mile loop along the Chattahoochee River in Valley, Alabama. This festive ultrarun supports the town carousel and offers event t shirts for early registrants plus unique finisher awards.

Join the Paulding Young Life Jingle Jog 5K or family 1K on the flat, tree lined Silver Comet Trail in Dallas, GA. Festive costumes, prizes, and proceeds benefit Paulding Young Life, making this a fun holiday run for all.

Run the classic Pine Mountain Trail Run at FDR State Park, with 19 and 40 mile options over rocky, rolling single track and stream crossings. Celebrate the 45th running of this old school ultra while supporting Georgia State Parks.

Tackle rocky singletrack on Pine Mountain with a scenic half marathon or 10K at the Holiday Hootie Hoo, the Southern Singletrack series finale. Enjoy a race hoodie, finisher award, and support local parks and the Humane Society.

Tackle steep trails at Summit Showdown in Little Mulberry Park, Dacula, on December 28, 2025 with 10 mile and 5K routes that climb to some of Gwinnett County's highest points. Finish with pancakes and coffee to refuel and celebrate.

Join the Atlanta Fat Ass at Sweetwater Creek State Park on Jan 4 2026 for scenic, technical singletrack loops in 25K and 50K options, exclusive to GUTS members. Stick around after the race for a hearty crockpot chili contest and hot food.

Run Sawnee Mountain at Dirty Spokes Mayhem on the Mountain, a scenic but technical trail race with rocky roots, creek crossings and a ridgeline climb. Pick 5.15 mile or 3 mile distances and register early limited to 325 runners.

Tackle rugged single track and rolling hills at the Huff N' Puff Trail Races in Jackson, GA, with marathon, half marathon and 5K distances. All finishers receive a lightweight hoodie and medal and proceeds benefit Dauset Trails.