Fort Yargo Ultra

Winder, United States • 4 Apr 2026

Event overview

The Fort Yargo Ultra is scheduled for April 4, 2026, at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Georgia (210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680). The event offers trail race options and is based at the Lake Pavilion next to the Fort Yargo Visitors Center. Registration closes the day before the race.

Distances

  • 50K (two laps of a 15.6-mile loop)
  • 25K (one lap of the 15.6-mile loop)

Course and support

The course is 100% on trails and uses single-track trail sections. Aid stations are provided along the course and are described as fully stocked with water, Gatorade, cola, snacks, cookies, candy, sandwiches, and fruit. Organizers provide one-gallon drop bags for 50K runners to place at designated aid stations. Parking and park fees are included in the race fee.

Entry, services and rules

Race fees are listed as $150 for the 50K and $130 for the 25K. No race-day registration is planned. No refunds are issued; entries may be transferred to another racer prior to the event under the event transfer policy. The event includes a marked course, timing, finish medals, dry-fit shirts, awards by age and gender categories, free race photos, and a post-race meal provided by Moe’s Southwest Grill. Participants must sign and bring the required waiver at check-in. Volunteers support race operations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
25 km
25k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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