H9 Dragon

Blairsville, United States • 22 Aug 2026

Event Overview

The H9 Dragon is a trail running event on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The race is organized by the H9 trail club and takes place at Vogel State Park near Blairsville, Georgia.

Distances

Two distances are offered:

  • 50 Miler
  • Marathon

Course and Format

The course is described as a traditional stroll along the Duncan Ridge trail. The event is a non-profit club run, and all participants must be members of the H9 trail club. Membership registration is separate from event registration.

What's Included

The entry fee is structured to cover basic costs. It includes logistical support like food and drinks during the event, equipment and site rentals, a participant t-shirt, and a finisher's medal. The medals are made of laser-cut stainless steel.

Registration

Registration is handled through a separate membership sign-up page, followed by the event registration. The entry fee is intended as a pass-through of costs to the runner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
50 Miler
26 mi
Marathon
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