Hot to Trot

Canton, United States • 26 Jul 2026

Hot to Trot : Canton, GA (July 26, 2026)

Hot to Trot is a timed ultrarunning event held at Boling Park, 1200 Marietta Highway, Canton, GA. The event offers two time-based events on the same day:

  • 8-hour event
  • 4-hour event
    Starts are staggered so participants run during the hottest part of the day.

Course and aid

The course is an approximately 1 mile loop composed of grass, trail, and hard-packed dirt. The route is relatively flat with no significant elevation change. There is one aid station at the start/finish that provides water, electrolyte drink, sodas, ice, chips, cookies, candy, pickles, and likely popsicles and watermelon. Participants may set up personal tents around the start/finish.

Entries, safety and awards

Pricing listed in the event materials: 8-hour entry is $65 (rises to $85 after June 30); 4-hour entry is $45 (rises to $65 after June 30). GUTS members receive a $5 discount; membership is available through the organizing club. The event policy states no refunds, no transfers, and no deferrals. Organizers will not provide over-the-counter pain relievers. Participants must provide their own electrolyte pills. Awards are given to the top three male and top three female finishers in each event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

8 hr
8hrs
4 hr
4hrs
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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