Southern States 200
Delta, United States • 17 Mar 2027
Southern States 200
The Southern States 200 is a point-to-point mountain trail endurance event taking place March 17, 2027 in Delta, Alabama. The main course follows the Pinhoti Trail from near Dalton, Georgia to the summit of Mt. Cheaha and covers 202.41 miles with 27,933 feet of elevation gain. Runners have a 100-hour cutoff and the course is fully marked with prismatic reflective flags, ribbons, and signs.
On course support includes 15 fully staffed aid stations offering made-to-order hot food around the clock. Five staffed aid stations also serve as heated sleep stations with sleeping pads and bags in a dedicated tent. One additional unstaffed water-only station is available.
Distances and categories
- 200 Miler: 202.41 miles, 27,933 ft elevation gain.
- 100 Miler: full 100-mile course option.
- Southern Staters 100 Pacer Race: pace the final 100 miles; pacing miles count as an official 100-mile finish and the category is scored separately.
Logistics notes include a finish location at Bald Rock Lodge in Cheaha State Park where 12 lodge rooms with private baths may be reserved for race week, and a host hotel in Dalton. Shuttle service is provided for runners without a crew. Volunteer benefits include a $150 credit per full day volunteered and the possibility of a complimentary entry after multiple days worked. A tiered refund and roll-over policy applies with deadlines specified for full, partial, and no refunds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.