Assault on Yonah Mountain

Cleveland, United States • 28 Sep 2025

The Assault on Yonah Mountain is an annual trail event held in Cleveland, Georgia, featuring a challenging 2.5-mile course that ascends approximately 1,650 vertical feet from the base to the summit of Yonah Mountain. Participants can run, hike, or ruck the steep and varied terrain, which includes rocky sections, gravel roads, and technical single-track trails divided into bottom, middle, and top segments. The race is timed only for the ascent, with a cutoff time of 2 hours and 15 minutes, and all finishers receive a medal. The event emphasizes safety, trail maintenance, and offers a rewarding panoramic view at the summit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

2.25 Miles From Bottom to Top of Yonah Mountain
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