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Yonah Mountain Vertical Challenge

Cleveland, United States • 21-22 Feb 2026

The Yonah Mountain Vertical Challenge is a demanding trail race held at Yonah Mountain Trailhead in Georgia, featuring steep, technical terrain with sections of scrambling. Participants can choose from a 25K race with 5,000 feet of climbing over three summits or a 50K race with 10,000 feet of climbing over six summits. New for 2026, a 2-person relay option is available for the 50K. The event spans two days to reduce trail congestion, with aid stations at the trailhead and near summits. The race offers a challenging mix of runnable and rugged trail sections, culminating in an after-party at a nearby brewery. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Georgia Cleveland

Race information

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75 km
15000 m+
Double up - Race Both 25k and 50k Events
50 km
10000 m+
50k Vertical Race - 10,000ft Climbing Over 6 Summits
50 km
10000 m+
Tag Team Relay - 2-Person Relay for the 50k 10,000ft Climbing Race
25 km
5000 m+
25k Vertical Race - 5,000ft Climbing Over 3 Summits
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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