Trail Running calendar near Lithia Springs 2026-2027

A lakeside trail race in Cartersville with two distances, 3.8 miles and 7.5 miles, on an easy fire road surface. Registration includes a tri-blend shirt, chip timing, professionally marked course, and age-group medals.

A self-supported 135 mile trail event in Griffin, GA on October 30, 2026, run as ten 13.5 mile loops with more than 20,000 feet of climb. No crew or pacers, strict 48 hour cutoff, and a private 4 by 8 foot staging area per runner.

A 50K event in Kennesaw, GA run as five loops of about 10 km, featuring a pumpkin-carry tradition, cupless aid at the start/finish, and a canned food drive. The run is open and free to GUTS members.

A community running event in Newnan, GA supporting Pathways Center for Mental Health, using a 6-mile single-track loop with aid stations and options for 10K, half marathon, and 50K.

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.

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.

A two-loop trail race at Little Tallapoosa Park in Carrollton, Georgia, covering approximately 15K (9.3 miles). Timing cards record finish times; registration runs May 15–25, 2026 with a $30 entry fee.

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.

A 3.5 mile cross country loop on private farmland in Summerville, GA, run as either 4 hour or 8 hour events. One aid station provides water and snacks; porta-potties are on site and camping is not available.

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.

A 34 hour ultrarunning event on a two mile loop at Shawmut Airport in Valley, Alabama that supports the town carousel tradition. Finishers receive awards and runners who reach 100 miles earn a custom belt buckle.

Trail marathon and half marathon through Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, GA, featuring mostly singletrack terrain, the Appalachian Approach Trail steps, two aid stations, timing, and free race photos and videos.

A backyard ultra at Amicalola Falls State Park on a 3.6 mile, 1,025 ft elevation loop, repeated hourly until one finisher remains. Cash prizes for the last man and woman, plus support services and DNW medals.

Experience an old school ultra marathon through the rocky single track trails of FDR State Park. Choose between 19 and 40 mile distances on a rolling course located just an hour from Atlanta.

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.

Born to Be Wild at McGuffey Nature Center on December 12, 2026 offers 5K, 10K and a 1-mile Fun Run to raise funds for land conservation and wildlife protection; family-friendly with awards and a mascot appearance.

A trail event at F.D.R. State Park in Pine Mountain, Georgia offering a Half Marathon and a 10K on December 13, 2026 with rugged singletrack, a race hoodie and finisher award, and proceeds benefiting local park and animal groups.

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 elimination-style race in Molena, GA where runners must complete a 4 mile loop with 1000 feet of gain each hour to remain in competition for up to eight hours. Prizes are awarded after each lap and registrants receive a 2027 Revolution R..

A six-hour trail challenge in Conyers where runners complete a 5K each hour. Earn patches for four or five laps, a medal for all six, and eligibility for national ranking and championship prizes.