December 5, 2026
Backyard Ultra
Dawsonville, GA
Push your limits at The Conquer from Warrior Races — a brutal backyard ultra set in the rugged terrain of Amicalola Falls State Park. Loop 3.8 miles every hour, on the dot, until only one runner remains standing. Carry a $100 bill as your entry stake, betting on your endurance and grit. Climb down treacherous trails, ascend the 605 steps of the AT Approach, and challenge yourself in the coldest winter daylight. With a grand prize at stake, this extreme test isn’t just a race — it’s a battle of wills.
New Concept for Grand Prize in 2026!
Straight up $1,000 to the last man and $1,000 to the last woman standing at the end of the event.
Awards for achievements open to everyone.
Marathon Challenge: Run a total of 8 loops (still only 1 hour per loop) and win the exclusive "Marathon from Hell" award.
24-Hour Challenge: Run a total of 24 loops (still only 1 hour per loop) and win the exclusive "Full day of Hell" award.
Everest Challenge: Run a total of 29 loops (still only 1 hour per loop) and win the exclusive "Everest in One Day" award.
If we go over the record of 36 loops, the last person standing will win an additional $1,000.
Everyone who does not win, still receives the famous DNW (Did Not Win) medals to look at the rest of the year.
Updates & Docs
No updates for now.
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Registration Dates
Regular Registration:
June 1, 2026 – Sept. 30, 2026
Late Registration:
Oct. 1, 2026 – Dec. 5, 2026
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Race Pricing
Early Registration: $150
Late Registration: $175
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Volunteers
Volunteers make our races possible—help athletes achieve extreme goals by volunteering at a race!
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DETAILS
Two years into the planning to discover the toughest location to pull off a backyard ultra and we found it at the famous AT approach trail in the Amicalola Falls State Park. The 3.6 mile loop starts at the top of the falls with the rugged East Ridge trail leading down to the bottom parking area to pick up the lower Mountain Laurel trail and then up the AT Approach trails with 605 steps back to the top of the falls. Simple: Each runner will have 1 hour to complete the 3.6-mile loop (1,025ft of elevation) every hour until only one person remains.
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Each runner must print and sign this waiver and bring it to the check-in.
Refund Policy: We understand things happen. No refunds will be issued. However, you may transfer your entry to another racer in the same event without a penalty until 15 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. If you would like to sell or transfer your entry to another racer, you may do so from within your UltraSignup account: How to edit your race registration. Please contact info@warriorraces.com with any questions. Since all the funds go to the winner and the park, there are no refunds or deferments.
Gear: Everything you need to bring can be found on the ultra gear list.
Crew: For information on crew, see our crew page.
Need to Know
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to bring?
Everything you need to bring can be found on the ultra gear list.
Can I have a crew?
For information on crew and pacers, see our crew page.
Are pacers allowed?
No pacers are allowed for this event, however support crews can provide help at the finish area.
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What We Provide
• Free admission and parking to the park.
• Timing Services
• Snacks and Water
• Free Photos
• Custom DNW (Do Not Win) Medals
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Awards
“Did Not Win” medals will be awarded to all participants except the last runner. The final runner remaining is the winner of the Grand Prize.
Racers must be present to receive awards.
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Schedule
