Helen Holiday Half Marathon

Helen, United States • 13 Dec 2025

Helen Holiday Half & 10K : Helen, GA (Dec 13, 2025)

The event is a trail running race in Helen, Georgia, held on December 13, 2025. The race uses mountain and forest trails rather than roads. The listed venue address is 1788 Highway 356. Distances offered:

  • Half marathon - approximately 13 miles
  • 10K

Course, rules, and race services

The course is not flat and includes hiking sections, a significant climb, and some technical trail segments. Runners must follow course markings and be aware of passing cars at road crossings. There are no mile markers and no age-group awards. The half marathon has one aid station at about 8 miles that provides water and Gatorade. A 6 hour cutoff applies to the event and no early starts are allowed.

The race is described as hiker/walker friendly; walkers are explicitly welcome in the 10K. All half marathon and 10K finishers receive a beanie, a pint glass, and a medal. To be guaranteed those items, registration must be completed by November 1. Organizers do not mail swag, and there are no refunds, transfers, or deferments. Overall top three male and female finishers receive custom awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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