Trail Running calendar near McDonough 2025-2026

Join the 45th Pine Mountain Trail Run on Dec 7, 2025 at FDR State Park in Pine Mountain GA, offering 19 and 40 mile courses across rocky single track trails with rolling hills. Net proceeds benefit FDR State Park and Georgia State Parks.

Tackle scenic singletrack at the Holiday Hootie Hoo in FDR State Park, Georgia, and choose a 10K or half marathon through springs, creek crossings and rocky, rooty trails. Finishers get awards and a race hoodie while supporting local causes..

Take on the Summit Showdown in Dacula with a demanding 10 mile or a scenic 5K, both featuring major vertical gain. Enjoy pancakes and coffee after the finish and a shot at entry to the Yonah Mountain Vertical Race.

Run the Atlanta FatAss at Sweetwater Creek State Park for a laid back 25K or 50K over six singletrack loops with roots, rocks and climbs. Free and open only to 2026 GUTS members, it wraps up with hot food and a crockpot chili contest.

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.

Take on the Huff N' Puff Trail Races at scenic Dauset Trails on January 17, 2026 with marathon, half marathon, and 5K options. Tackle rolling single track and creekside woods, then celebrate with a finisher hoodie and warm post race food.

Join Born to Be Wild on Jan 31 at McGuffey Nature Center for a 5K, 10K or 1 mile fun run through scenic trails. Family friendly event features mascot Flint and kid registrants get a plush or event shirt while supporting local conservation.

Run the 19th annual Red Top Rumble on Feb 1, 2026 at Red Top Mountain State Park: an 11.5 mile trail through woods with bridge crossings and Lake Allatoona views. Scenic course and community vibe make for a fun day on the trails.

Take on the Dirty Spokes Farm to Trail at Heritage Park Watkinsville on Feb 7 2026, with 6 and 2.8 mile courses winding through woods, rolling hills and a creek crossing. Expect friendly race day vibes, shirts and awards.

Join a limited field trail race at West Point Lake on Feb 8, 2026, with scenic lakeside singletrack loops in 5K and 10K options. Enjoy a custom BOCO running cap, finisher award, and a laid back Southern Singletrack vibe.

Celebrate the 19th Fort Yargo Thrill In The Hills on Feb 14, 2026 with scenic technical trail races at Fort Yargo State Park. Choose 5 miles, a half marathon or a 50K solo or relay and tackle rolling single track in a festive atmosphere.

Join the Wildcat Ramble 5K and Fun Run on Feb 14, 2026 in Athens, GA to support Oglethorpe Elementary PTO. Enjoy a scenic 5K that weaves school and YMCA trails or a kid friendly fun run, plus shirts, timing, and awards.

Join the Run for the River 5K on Feb 21, 2026 at Camp Kiwanis and take an optional river polar plunge for a chilly finish. Scenic trails along the Broad River with proceeds supporting local water quality monitoring.

Run the first annual Soil Mates Trail Race in Thomaston GA on Feb 28 2026 with 5k, 15k and 50k loops across pasture paths, runnable hills and forest single track. Enjoy a race shirt, food truck, free parking and a laid back farm vibe.

Hit the singletrack at the Dirty Spokes Charleston Park trail run in Cumming GA on March 7, 2026 for scenic off road miles, rolling hills and technical trail fun. Choose 6.2 or 4.3 miles among 250 spots and race for medals and prizes.

Run or walk among ancient trees at the Trillium Trek in Gainesville, GA on March 7, 2026. Choose from a half marathon, 10K or 5K through Georgia's only national dedicated old growth forest for a scenic, nature filled race day.

Run scenic trails at Lake Chapman Trail Races in Athens GA on March 15, 2026, with a 5K or 15K loop around Sandy Creek Park. Expect technical singletrack, medals for all finishers, and a popular event that sold out early last year.

Join the 16th annual Dirty Spokes Off The Grid trail run at Harbins Park for scenic wooded trails and two distances 7.1 mi and 3.55 mi, with a capped field of 275 for a friendly, intimate race day. Race shirts and age group awards add extra..

Join the 10th annual Yeti 7/11 Hour Endurance Run at Sweetwater Creek State Park on March 21, 2026, with timed seven hour and eleven hour challenges. Tackle a scenic 4 mile loop of single and double track trails with a fun 7/11 themed aid s..

Take on Canebrake in the Atlanta area March 23 to 27, 2026 with 100 or 200 mile options on scenic Sweetwater Creek State Park looped trails. Robust aid, a sleep station and live chip timing keep you moving across technical dirt and gravel.