Duncan Ridge Trail
Blairsville, United States • 22 Nov 2025
Duncan Ridge Trail : event overview
The Duncan Ridge Trail 50K/30K takes place on November 22, 2025 at Vogel State Park in Blairsville, Georgia. Distances offered:
- 50K
- 30K
The route uses the Coosa Backcountry Trail and the Duncan Ridge Trail. The course includes more than 10,000 feet of elevation gain. The start area is in front of cabin 20 at Vogel State Park and the finish line is at the bridge leading to shelter #1 under the Duncan Ridge banner. All running is on trail except for a 1/4 mile paved section inside the park. All proceeds are returned to park volunteers.
Course details, cut-offs and aid stations
The 50K is an out-and-back that follows the Coosa Backcountry Trail north, crosses Highway 180, then follows the Duncan Ridge Trail to Fish Gap at FS Road 88 (turnaround at about mile 15.5) and then returns to the finish. The 30K follows the Coosa Backcountry Trail and DRT to White Oak Stomp, turns left on FS 39 at AS#2, continues to Wolf Pen Gap, then returns on the Coosa Backcountry Trail to the finish. Runners may switch to the 30K at the second aid station if they inform an aid station volunteer.
The course has a 10-hour open window with strict cut-offs, including limits at the turnaround (mile 15.5) and at AS#7 (mile 27.5). Seven aid stations are listed; each will be stocked with water, sports drink and typical trail-race snacks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.