Amicalola Falls Marathon

Dawsonville, United States • 6 Dec 2025

The Amicalola Falls Marathon, held in Dawsonville, Georgia, offers both full and half marathon distances through the scenic Amicalola Falls State Park. The course features two 13.1-mile loops for the full marathon, including a challenging climb up the 605 steps of the Appalachian Approach Trail by the 729-foot Amicalola Falls, Georgia's tallest waterfall. Runners experience 83% singletrack trails and 17% gravel or paved paths, with a total elevation gain of 6,240 feet for the half and 3,200 feet for the full marathon. The race provides well-marked routes, two fully stocked aid stations, professional media coverage, and quality race swag, including medals and shirts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
3200 m+
Full Marathon
13 mi
6240 m+
Half Marathon
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