Merrill's Mile

Merrill's Mile

Merrill's Mile is a timed loop event held at Camp Frank D Merrill in Dahlonega, GA. The course is a paved one-mile loop that is 12 feet wide and gains about 10 feet of elevation each lap. The course is USA Track & Field certified, with 1 lap equal to 0.9951 miles. Runners change direction every six hours.

The event offers multiple timed race options:

• 48 hour event
• 24 hour event
• 12 hour event
• 6 hour event

There is one fully stocked aid station at the start and finish area. Standard offerings include water, sports drink, pretzels, bananas, oranges, watermelon, peanut butter and jelly, and soft drinks. Additional foods served at past events have included vegan tomato soup, grilled cheese, sweet potato and black bean burritos, potatoes, popsicles, smoothies, pancakes, and bacon. Ice is available on site.

The event takes place on a military training reservation while the 5th Ranger Training Battalion is in session; entry to the camp requires completion of specific gate access steps beforehand. Detailed instructions and live tracking information are provided in the lead-up to the event. Camping on site is permitted beginning Thursday, July 9 after 4pm. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.