Trail Running calendar near Copperhill 2025-2026

Take on the Fiery Gizzard Run at Foster Falls State Park with marathon, half marathon, or a 13 mile ruck division. Expect ridge line trails, waterfalls and steep technical descents on a rugged, limited access course.

Run scenic, rugged trails at Cloudland Canyon State Park on December 6 and 7, 2025 with distances from 5 mile to 50 mile. Run Bum Races supports the park and serves aid and finishers swag for canyon views and big climbs.

Take on The Conquer at scenic Amicalola Falls, a backyard ultra where runners tackle an hourly loop that climbs back to the waterfall top via 605 steps. Compete for endurance glory and a $10,000 grand prize in this unforgettable challenge.

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.

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..

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.

Hit scenic, technical trails at the Dirty South Trail Races in Knoxville on December 7, 2025, featuring a half marathon, 10K and Kids Trail Mile through Ijams Nature Center and Ross Marble Quarry. Early registrants may receive a special tec..

Tackle scenic, rugged trails in Helen, Georgia with a half marathon or 10K featuring big climbs and technical sections that welcome walkers. Finishers earn a beanie, pint glass, and medal, with special awards for the top three overall.

Tackle rugged single track and breathtaking bluff views at the Lookout Mountain Trail Race on December 20 at Covenant College, GA. Distances from 10K to 50 miles make this a perfect winter trail challenge for every level, benefiting Wild Tr..

Hit scenic trails at the Bad Beard x Evergreen Holiday Hustle, a festive trail run benefiting the Tennessee River Gorge Trust. Choose a short or longer loop or a kids fun run, then enjoy Christmas swag and pancakes at the finish.

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.

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.

Run the Duncan Ridge ridgeline at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA, Jan 13 to 18 2026, with distances from 25 km to a 200 mile epic. Marked loops, staffed aid stations and crew access make this a rugged multi day ultramarathon for adven..

Run scenic singletrack on the Tsali Trail beside Fontana Lake with Great Smoky Mountain views in 50K, 30K or 8K distances. The 50K is the NC USATF 50K Trail Championship with prize money and volunteer supported aid stations.

Tackle a rugged 25K trail run atop Raccoon Mountain near Chattanooga on Jan 17, 2026. Enjoy technical singletrack, aid stations, and a commemorative campfire mug at the finish.

Take on the Wanderers' Trail Race on January 25 at Maryville College Woods. The chip timed 5k winds over hills, streams and roots, with a kids trail mile and youth 5k for a family friendly day of scenic trail running.

Run the scenic 11.5 mile Red Top Rumble at Red Top Mountain State Park in Cartersville GA on winding wooded trails with lake views and bridge crossings. A portion of proceeds supports the park and Friends of Red Top Mountain.

Take on rolling camp trails at the Wesley Woods Trail Race with a kids 1 mile run, 3, 6, 9 and 12 mile trail races and a 3 mile guided hike. Hilly single and double track loops, aid station support, and proceeds benefit Camp Wesley Woods.

Gone Loco in Athens Tennessee on Feb 8, 2026 offers 33 mile, 11 mile and 11 mile ruck routes along a flat, runnable former rail trail through woodlands and countryside. Only 150 spots so register early for swag.

Join the 19th annual Thrill In The Hills at Fort Yargo State Park for scenic trail races in solo and relay formats across 5 miles, 13.1 miles and 50K. Rolling hills and technical single track promise a fun, memorable challenge.