Atlanta
Trail Running Calendar near Atlanta 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Atlanta for 2026-2027! We've gathered 23 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
An 8.88 hour timed trail event in August in Atlanta with multi-loop laps over river and through woods. The race has a no DNF, no cutoff, no crew policy and a flat $88.80 entry fee.
September 2026
Untimed 50K trail event in Marietta GA on a 1.5 to 2 mile loop, self supported with limited facilities and community aid.
A one-day community run and expo in Atlanta with a casual 3.5 mile trail run, local vendors, a raffle, and running organizations.
Savage Race in Dallas Georgia on September 19 2026 features a 3+ mile Blitz and a 5 to 7 mile race with multiple obstacles; parking is $20.
October 2026
Take on a 10 mile intown trail through shaded pine and hardwood at Southside Park in Atlanta on Oct 3 2026, with twisty singletrack, steep descents and creek crossings. Proceeds support MTB Atlanta and local trail stewardship.
A members only 5K on October 13, 2026 that routes runners through woods and fields with a 1 hour 15 minute course limit.
Pumpkin Butt is a 50K looped run in Kennesaw, GA on October 31, 2026 for GUTS members featuring a pumpkin carry, cupless aid, and a canned goods drive.
November 2026
Trail races and a one mile kids fun run take place at Serenbe, Palmetto, Georgia on November 14, 2026, with age group prizes for the 5K and 10K, participation medals and shirts, warmup activities and on-site injury screening.
A USATF certified 5K on a paved trail at Etowah River Park in Canton, Georgia. Registration opens March 18 and the fee is $35; registration includes a tri blend shirt, chip timing, and age group medals.
December 2026
A three-hour team relay at Atlanta Track Club around a 1.3 mile loop, teams of 2 to 6 compete for distance with awards for male, female and mixed teams.
January 2027
GUTS members only trail event at Sweetwater State Park with 6-loop courses on marked technical singletrack and a communal crockpot chili contest.
March 2027
An obstacle course weekend at the Georgia International Horse Park featuring 5 km, 10 km, 21 km and kids races across mud, water crossings and technical terrain.
Trail run at Georgia International Horse Park on March 14, 2027, featuring a technical and flowy 10K singletrack through punchy hills and dense forest.
Multi-distance looped trail event at Sweetwater Creek State Park offering 3, 7 and 11 hour endurance formats, chip timing, and a convenience store style aid station.
Two ultramarathon options in Sweetwater Creek State Park near Atlanta with chip timing, aid stations, food and sleep support and time limits of 96 and 48 hours.
April 2027
A team trail relay at Georgia International Horse Park on April 9-10, 2027 featuring smooth single track riverside trails, overnight camping, and a weekend village with bonfires and yoga.