Chicopee Woods WildRUN

Chicopee Woods WildRUN

Chicopee Woods WildRUN is a trail running event held at Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve in Gainesville, Georgia, presented in partnership with Elachee Nature Science Center. The event includes three race options and a short kids loop.

Distances:

• 7 Miles
• 3 Miles
• 0.5 Miles (Kids loop)

Course features include rhododendron groves, creek crossings, a 140 ft suspension bridge, and rolling trails covered in pine needles. Reported elevation gain is 1,385 ft for the 7 mile course and 421 ft for the 3 mile course. Cutoff times are a 3 hour limit for the 7 mile race and an 80 minute limit for the 3 mile race. The kids loop allows parents or chaperones to join younger children.

Registration opens January 1, 2026, with varying closing dates and entry fees per race. A parking pass is required to enter Chicopee Woods. Race registration offers the option to purchase an Elachee membership at a discount, which includes an annual parking pass and new members receive priority parking near the start and finish. Non members must use overflow parking or shuttle service. Team Summit will host two group trail runs prior to the race to preview the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.