The Night Owl- Vertical Challenge

Blairsville, United States • 21 Jun 2025

The Night Owl- Vertical Challenge is a six-hour night trail race held at Byron Herbert Reese Farm in Blairsville, Georgia. The event features an out-and-back course of approximately 2.34 miles per lap, with about 654 feet of vertical gain each lap, offering a challenging climb and descent. Participants can complete multiple laps, with distances ranging from around 4.7 miles to over 32 miles, accumulating significant elevation gain.

The race starts in the evening, allowing runners to experience the course in daylight before continuing into night, requiring headlamps or other light sources. A central aid station provides ultra food options, and all finishers receive a medal and a branded portable charger. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

32 mi
14 Laps
28 mi
12 Laps
23 mi
10 Laps
18 mi
8 Laps
14 mi
6 Laps
9 mi
4 Laps
4 mi
2 Laps
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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