Georgia Sky to Summit

Dillard, United States • 24-25 Oct 2026

Event overview

Sky to Summit is a trail race held in Sky Valley, Georgia on October 24-25, 2026. All races start and finish at Sky Valley. The event offers trail courses that pass waterfalls, summits, and scenic mountain views. The race is dedicated to a volunteer who contributed to the event and to trail maintenance.

Distances and cutoffs

  • 50K - 7,500 ft gain, 11 hour cutoff
  • 25K - 3,500 ft gain, 5.5 hour cutoff; same loss noted

Entries, fees, and swag

Registration closes on October 23 at 11:59 PM ET. Early pricing details are provided: 50K entry was priced at $135 until July 1 and $145 after; 25K entry was priced at $105 until July 1 and $115 after. 50K finishers receive a medal, pint glass, hat, event photos, and a post-race meal; 25K finishers receive a medal and hat. To be guaranteed certain items, runners must register by September 1.

Logistics and operations

The organizer provides maps, aid station breakdowns, cutoff times, and a runner handbook. The event organizer reports having completed over 3,500 man-hours of trail work on the course and donates to the Blue Ridge Bartram Trail Conservancy. The handbook includes rules, crew/pacer information, and volunteer opportunities. 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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