Details

Two 13.1 mile loops make up the full marathon including the 605 steps of the Appalachian Approach Trail up the falls. Signs and flagging mark the entire course (6,2400 feet of elevation gain/loss) for the Half Marathon and (3,200 feet of elevation gain/loss) for the Full Marathon course. The race starts at the top of the Falls and runs down the East Ridge Trail to the Mountain Laurel Trail which leads back to the Appalachian Approach Trail and then up the 605 steps to the top of the falls. From here runners will travel the Len Foote Trail north to the Hike Inn. Over to the Appalachian Approach Trail and back to the start finish.

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Race Highlights

• Breathtaking Georgia Views: Explore spectacular waterfalls, overlooks, and mountain vistas.
• Trail Composition: 83% singletrack and 17% gravel or paved
• Generous Time Cutoffs: 8-hour limit so everyone has a better chance to finish (27 min pace)
• Exceptional Aid Stations: 2 fully stocked stations with food, drinks, and medical support.
• Diverse Trail Composition: Yes, you will climb the famous Appalachian Approach Trail steps twice during your journey in front of the falls.
• Well-Marked Route: Clearly flagged and signed routes for easy navigation.
• Professional Media Coverage: Free race videos and photos documenting your journey.
• Attractive Medals: Real World Class Medals made from medal, not wood.
• Custom Awards: Distinct awards for Overall, Masters, and Age categories.
• Quality Race Swag: Receive a high-quality athletic shirt.

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What We Provide

1. Challenging ultra trail run with the best views in North Georgia and Amicalola Falls.
2. Full media teams will produce professional race videos and photos for the entire race which will be available to racers after the race for free.
3. Race shirt (unisex tee) or race hat.
4. (2) Fully stocked aid stations.
5. Finisher Medal
6. Professional timing services.

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Waivers

Each runner must print and sign this waiver and bring it to the check-in. Waiver will also be at check-in to sign. 
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Gear

Everything you need to bring can be found on the Ultra Gear List.

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Crew

For information on crew and pacers, see the crew page.

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Rules

No cutting of the designed course. All flags must be punched to receive credit for the entire course. Details in pre-race email. Listen and follow all instructions from race staff / medical personnel during the race. Be courteous to other runners and day hikers.
Crew access at the start/finish area only. No littering. Take in, take out. Trekking poles are allowed. The Race Director has the sole discretion of the administration of any violations of the race rules ranging from a time penalty, up to and including disqualification. No pacers allowed in the event.

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Cancellations and Transfers

We understand that things happen. No refunds will be issued; however, you may transfer your entry to another racer in the same event without a penalty until 5 days before the event. You are responsible for finding a person interested in buying your entry as well as working out payment with them. Entries do not transfer to other events nor do they transfer year to year.

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Awards

1. Overall Men - 1st in Full Marathon wins free next year's entry.
2. Overall Women - 1st in Full Marathon wins free next year's entry.
3. Overall Men - 1st in Half Marathon wins free next year's entry.
4. Overall Women - 1st in Half Marathon wins free next year's entry.

Top 3 awards in each class in both races below.
1. 25 and under Men
2. 25 and under Women
3. 26-49 Men
4. 26-49 Women
5. Masters Men (50 and up)
6. Masters Women (50 and up)