Georgia
Georgia Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Georgia for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 127 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Georgia below and join the trail community at these great events!
December 2026
A year end trail event in Helen, Georgia offering a Half and a 10K on December 12, 2026, with race maps, aid charts, volunteer options and recent race photos.
A fundraising run on December 12, 2026 at McGuffey Nature Center offering a 1-mile Fun Run, 5K and 10K to support local land and wildlife conservation.
Trail runs on the SCPS campus in Savannah featuring a 5k, a 1 mile and a kids 1/4 mile, plus a costume contest and cash prizes for runners who beat Santa or Mrs. Claus.
A team relay finale of the Grand Prix Series on December 12, 2026 at Atlanta Track Club where teams of 2 to 6 run laps on a 1.3 mile loop over three hours.
Celebrate the season with a Half Marathon or 10K trail run through the scenic forests and rocky singletrack of F.D.R. State Park in Georgia.
Experience a trail race through Little Mulberry Park featuring significant vertical gains and scenic views. Enjoy post race pancakes and coffee after tackling the 5K or 10 Mile course.
Test your endurance in Molena Georgia with an eight loop vertical elimination race featuring 950 feet of gain per lap and progressive holiday awards for every runner.
Experience the scenic trails of Lookout Mountain with a choice of 50 mile, 18 mile, or 10K races featuring bluff views and waterfalls.
A Last Person Standing trail event on December 31, 2026 in Lula GA with repeated 5K loops, live streaming, and milestone awards for 50K 50M 100K and 100M.
January 2027
Experience a unique trail run through the private 650 acre campus of Bethesda Academy. Enjoy a scenic route past marshes and farm animals followed by a pancake breakfast for all participants.
Outlast Atlanta is a trail endurance event in Conyers GA where runners complete a 5K each hour for 6, 12, or 24 hours, earning patches, medals, or a buckle.
Trail runs of 5.15 and 3.0 miles at Sawnee Mountain Preserve on Jan 9, 2027 with a cap of 275 runners, age-group awards, and an included tri-blend shirt.
Annual low key post holiday trail run at Sweetwater Creek State Park with 50K and 25K loop options, free for GUTS members and featuring a crockpot chili contest.
Weeklong ultratrail at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA featuring races from 40 km to 200 miles along the Duncan Ridge with multiple aid and crew points.
Annual Hogpen Hill Climb 18K in Helen, GA with a companion 5K; proceeds support Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Georgia.
Experience the technical single track trails and rolling hills of Dauset Trails in Jackson with a marathon, half marathon, or 5k trail race.
Urban ultras along the Chattahoochee River in Columbus with 25K, 50K, and 50 mile options plus on-course food and finishers awards.
Trail and virtual 8k at Moccasin Creek Off-Road Park with chip timing, shirt included, and proceeds benefiting Hooves To Freedom.
A 5K in Macon on January 23, 2027 that supports Kiwanis programs and scholarships for youth in Middle Georgia; registration runs Oct 8, 2026 to Jan 15, 2027, fee $25.
A flat, looped ultramarathon on Jekyll Island with a 34 hour time limit and distances from 25K to 100 miles; the event runs on smooth trails under the stars and emphasizes community support and a no DNF policy.