Fort Yargo Thrill in The Hills
Winder, United States • 14 Feb 2026
Event overview
Fort Yargo Thrill In The Hills takes place on February 14, 2026 at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Georgia. The event is presented by Dirty Spokes Productions and Chateau Elan and is the 19th annual running of this trail race. Registration opens on September 1, 2025. Race distance options include:
- 50K Solo
- 50K 2 Person Relay
- 50K 3 Person Relay
- 21K (half marathon)
- 5 Miler
Entry fees vary by distance and registration date. Examples: 5 Mile - $40 early / $45 late / $50 race day; 21K - $60 early / $65 late / $70 race day; 50K Solo - $90 early / $100 late / $110 race day. Relay team fees are listed separately for two- and three-person teams.
Course and logistics
All races use trail terrain that moves from a short road section into wooded single and double track. The course includes rolling hills, roots, and some technical sections. The 50K course is composed of two 13.1 mile laps plus an additional 5-mile loop. The half marathon is one 13.1 mile lap. The 5 Mile course uses about 0.25 miles on road before entering single track. Relay teams must have each member complete at least one leg; the exchange zone is located near the Nature Center Pavilion/parking area.
Aid stations are placed around the course at approximately 1.5 miles, 5.05 miles, 9.65 miles, and 13.1 miles. 21K runners pass each aid station once; 50K runners pass them twice. Race registration includes chip timing and event shirts; 50K and 21K registrations also list custom finisher mugs and stocked aid stations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.