Blue Ridge Ultra
Blue Ridge, United States • 11 Oct 2025
Event details
The Blue Ridge Ultra takes place Saturday, October 11, 2025, in Blue Ridge, Georgia. The event offers the following distances:
- 50K
- 30K
- 15K
The start and finish are at the historic Shallowford iron bridge spanning the Toccoa River, near Ironbridge Bridge Cafe, 8436 Aska Rd, Blue Ridge, GA. Parking is limited and a shuttle location may be added based on participant numbers. Early package pick-up and race-day packet pick-up are provided.
Course and logistics
The course is a loop trail within the Chattahoochee National Forest. The 50K course includes about 23 miles of the Benton MacKaye Trail, 2 miles of Hidden trails, and 6 miles of Forest Service roads. Runners will encounter single-track trails, creek crossings, steep ascents and descents, and some technical sections. The route is marked with signs and flagging.
There are six fully stocked aid stations offering water, Gatorade, cola, snacks, cookies, candy, sandwiches, and fruit. No support crew is required; racers must carry any other items they need. 50K runners receive one one-gallon drop bag at check-in, placed at Aid Station #2 and Aid Station #5. A canine run is offered as a 15K option; canine participants register in the 15K and start shortly after the regular 15K field. Course rules include no cutting, flag punching for credit, and following race staff and medical instructions. Awards include finisher medals, shirts, category prizes, and a $250 prize for a new 50K course record. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.