Brasstown Bald Buster
Hiawassee, United States • 25 Apr 2026
Brasstown Bald Buster : April 25, 2026
The Brasstown Bald Buster is a road event at the Brasstown Bald Visitor Center & Recreation Area in Hiawassee, GA. The main race is a 3.1 miles road run that gains about 1700 feet of elevation on the way to the summit area.
The event includes two participation options:
- Brasstown Bald Buster 5K: 3.1 miles road run with 1700 feet ascent.
- Brasstown Bald Ruck: weight requirement men 25 lbs women 15 lbs and a 2.5 hour time limit to reach the top.
Prizes are awarded to the top three men and women overall in both the run and the ruck divisions. All participants receive a T-shirt and a medal; shirts are guaranteed for registrations completed by April 10, 2026.
Logistics noted by the organizer include no parking at the bottom or along roads, parking up top for runners and ruckers, and shuttle or walking access down to the start. There is no race day registration and the event does not allow transfers, refunds, or deferments. The event proceeds regardless of weather.
The surrounding area offers a paved path under one mile at the visitor area, miles of nearby trails across Union, Towns, Rabun, and White Counties, and nearby destinations such as the town of Helen and Vogel State Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.