Hot to Trot

Canton, United States • 26 Jul 2026

Event details

Hot 2 Trot is an ultrarunning event at Boling Park, 1200 Marietta Hwy, Canton, GA 30114. The event offers two timed options:

  • 8-hour
  • 4-hour

Entry fees are listed with an early and late price: the 8-hour is $65 (rising to $85 after May 19) and the 4-hour is $45 (rising to $60 after May 19). GUTS members receive a $5 discount. The race policy states no refunds and no transfers. There are awards for the top three male and female finishers in each event and occasional raffled prizes for participants who are actively on course when raffles occur.

Course and logistics

The course is an approximately 1-mile loop composed of grass, trail, and hard packed dirt. The route is described as flat with no significant elevation change. There will be one aid station located at the start/finish area offering water, electrolyte drink, sodas, ice, and snacks; popsicles and watermelon may also appear. The race will not provide pain killers, and participants must supply their own electrolyte pills. Runners may set up personal tents around the start/finish. Packet pickup occurs on race morning and race signage will direct parking. Predicted weather is hot with high humidity; the organizer notes risks of dehydration and hyponatremia and may remove participants deemed to be at risk. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

8 km
8 Hour
4 km
4 Hour
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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