Duncan Ridge Trail
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Duncan Ridge Trail - November 21, 2026
The Duncan Ridge Trail race in Blairsville, GA, is held at Vogel State Park and offers two trail distances. The event uses the Coosa Backcountry Trail and the Duncan Ridge Trail and finishes at the bridge leading to shelter #1 under the Duncan Ridge banner.
The race options:
- 50K - Out-and-back on Coosa Backcountry and Duncan Ridge Trail.
- 30K - Route that turns onto FS 39 at White Oak Stomp.
The 50K follows the Coosa Backcountry Trail north out of the park, crosses Highway 180, then joins the Duncan Ridge Trail toward Coosa Bald and on to Fish Gap (FS 88) as the turnaround. The 30K follows the Coosa Backcountry Trail and the Duncan Ridge Trail to White Oak Stomp, turns left on FS 39 to Wolf Pen Gap, and returns via the Coosa Backcountry Trail. All running is on trails except for a quarter-mile paved section inside Vogel State Park. The start location is in front of cabin 20.
The 50K includes more than 10,000 feet of elevation gain. The course has an overall 10-hour time limit with several strictly enforced intermediate cutoffs; participants who do not meet those cutoffs will not be allowed to continue. Aid stations are positioned along the route (AS#1 through AS#7 at the listed mile points) and are stocked with water, sports drink, and typical trail-race snacks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
