Blue Ridge Ultra

Blue Ridge Ultra

The Blue Ridge Ultra is a trail running event in Blue Ridge, Georgia held on Saturday, October 10, 2026. It offers three distance options and uses trails inside the Chattahoochee National Forest, starting and finishing at the historic Shallowford iron bridge spanning the Toccoa River.

The 50K course is a loop composed of 23 miles on the Benton MacKaye Trail, about 2 miles on Hidden trails, and roughly 6 miles of Forest Service roads. The route includes single track sections, small creek crossings, steep ascents and descents, and long rolling clay road segments. Runners pass multiple named ridges and gaps, including Garland Mountain Gap, Brawley Mountain, Bald Top, Tipton Mountain, Wilscot Gap, Deadennen Mountain, Rhodes Mountain, and Skeenah Gap.

Course markings and flagging identify the route. Aid stations are located along the course and are described as fully stocked with water, Gatorade, cola, snacks, cookies, candy, sandwiches, and fruit. Drop bags for 50K runners are provided at check-in and placed at specified aid stations. Trekking poles are allowed. Parking at the start area is limited and a shuttle from parking areas may be used.

Race services and finish amenities include a finisher medal, a shirt, custom awards, free race photos, and a cooked post-race meal by the local cafe. There is also a canine 15K option. The event has a no-refund policy but entries may be transferred to another racer in the same event up to five days before the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.