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The Night Owl- Vertical Challenge

Blairsville, United States • 21 Jun 2025

The Night Owl - Vertical Challenge is an exciting six-hour night race taking place at the Byron Herbert Reese Farm in Blairsville, GA. Participants will experience a unique running challenge that combines night running with significant vertical gain, as the course features approximately 654 feet of elevation gain per lap. Runners can choose to complete multiple laps, with distances ranging from 4.68 miles to 32.76 miles. The event includes a central aid station with food options and encourages runners to bring their own hydration. A headlamp or flashlight is required for safety, and special swag will be awarded to participants who complete both this event and another race called The Sparrow. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Georgia Blairsville

Race information

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32 mi
9156 m+
14 Laps
28 mi
7848 m+
12 Laps
23 mi
6540 m+
10 Laps
18 mi
5232 m+
8 Laps
14 mi
3924 m+
6 Laps
9 mi
2616 m+
4 Laps
4 mi
1308 m+
2 Laps
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