Trail Running calendar near Suwanee 2025-2026

Join the Atlanta Fat Ass, a relaxed post holiday trail run at Sweetwater Creek State Park offering 50K and 25K looped courses on technical white trails. Free for current GUTS members, the day finishes with a communal crockpot chili contest.

Tackle Sawnee Mountain at Dirty Spokes Mayhem on the Mountain, a scenic but technical trail run featuring roots, rocks, creek crossings and ridgeline climbs. Choose a 3.0 or 5.15 mile route and grab one of only 325 spots.

Fierce Dragon is a multi day trail event at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA featuring ultramarathon distances from 40K to an epic 200 mile challenge. Register by Jan 8 to tackle classic Duncan Ridge terrain with aid supported courses.

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.

Run Born to Be Wild at McGuffey Nature Center in Newnan GA on January 31, 2026 with timed 5K and 10K races plus a one mile Fun Run for the whole family. Dress as a mascot and meet Flint the River Otter for kid friendly perks.

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.

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.

Scenic 5K trail along the Broad River with river valley views, followed by an optional group Polar Plunge in the Broad River. Proceeds support the Broad River Watershed Association water quality monitoring program.

Push your limits on Yonah Mountain with steep, technical out and back repeats and huge vertical over a packed winter weekend. Choose from 25K, 50K or 75K options or a two person tag team relay and celebrate at a nearby brewpub.

Join Matchmakers & Mimosas 5K at Ott Vineyards on Feb 21 for a fun vineyard run or a relaxed Sip & Stroll. Finishers get a Valentine shirt, custom medal and a complimentary mimosa.

Run through the Cohutta Wilderness from Mulberry Gap with challenging 30k and 50k trail courses featuring climbs, creek crossings and scenic overlooks. Robust aid stations and friendly volunteers keep you fueled on this rugged ultra.

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 through Georgia's only National Dedicated Old Growth Forest at the Trillium Trek in Gainesville on March 7, 2026. Choose a half marathon, 10K, or 5K to enjoy scenic trails and a nature filled race experience.

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.

The Georgia Death Race is a 74 mile trail ultramarathon in Blairsville with 16,000 feet of climb and a 25 hour cutoff. Runners carry a railroad spike to toss at the finish and a sub 24 hour finish earns a Western States qualifier entry.