Trail Running Calendar Georgia 2026-2027

Trail marathon and half marathon inside Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville GA, featuring two 13.1 mile loops for the full, 605 Appalachian Approach steps, extensive singletrack, two aid stations, free race photos, and age group award..

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.

A December trail running event in Helen, Georgia offering a half marathon and a 10K. Maps, aid charts, race rules, and FAQs are provided and official photos from 2025 are available.

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

Holiday Hootie Hoo in Pine Mountain, GA on December 13, 2026 features trail Half Marathon and 10K courses through F.D.R. State Park, race hoodies and finisher awards, and charitable support for local parks and shelters.

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.

Trail races on Lookout Mountain start at Covenant College and include a 50 Miler, 18 Miler and 10K. Courses use single-track trails, exposed bluffs, creeks and Lula Lake Land Trust with staffed aid stations and evening camp fires.

The Lula Last Person Standing will take place in Lula on Thursday 31 December 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Experience a unique trail run through the private 650 acre campus of Bethesda Academy. Enjoy a scenic route past marshes and farm animals followed by a pancake breakfast for all participants.

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.

A multi-race trail event in Blairsville GA featuring a 200 mile Duncan Ridge course plus 100 mile, 100 km, 40 mile, 40 km and other challenges, with staffed aid points, crew access rules, and on-site camping and cottages.

A community race in Clarkesville, Georgia featuring the Hogpen Hill Climb 18K and shorter 5K events. Proceeds support Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Georgia's operating costs and housebuilding efforts.

Trail races near Jackson GA with marathon, half marathon and 5K on mostly single track. The event is cupless so half and full runners must carry hydration and proceeds benefit Dauset Trails.

A flat, looped ultramarathon on Jekyll Island with a 34 hour time limit and distances from 25K to 100 miles; the event runs on smooth trails under the stars and emphasizes community support and a no DNF policy.

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.