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Dawson Forest Georgia's Area 51 Trail Races

Dawsonville, United States • 24 May 2026

Dawson Forest Georgia's Area 51 Trail Races

The event offers a 10K and a 5K race. The course includes a mix of forest service roads and single track trails.

All participants must fill out a separate race waiver for the wildlife management area on the morning of the event. The course will be marked with turn signs and have volunteers along the route.

Participants will receive a t-shirt and a custom finisher poker chip.

Directions and Parking

The event takes place in Dawsonville, Georgia. Parking is in the main lot on the right after entering through the South entrance gate of the Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area. Specific directions are provided from the Dawsonville Outlet mall, heading west on Dawson Forest Road for approximately 3.8 miles. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Georgia Dawsonville

Race information

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10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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