Blue Ridge Ultra

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  • Date Sat 11th October 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Blue Ridge, Fannin
  • Price $90.00 - $150.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances Ultra

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Runners approach the finish line at the Blue Ridge Ultra event, set in a scenic location with mountains in the background. The participants, dressed in athletic gear, are captured mid-stride under a banner displaying the race name.

Blue Ridge Ultra

Sat 11th October 2025

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Blue Ridge Ultra, organized by Warrior Adventure Racing! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, October 11th, 2025, in the stunning Blue Ridge area of Fannin, Georgia. Participants will have the chance to conquer a challenging 50K loop trail race set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Chattahoochee National Forest in the North Georgia Mountains.

The Blue Ridge Ultra promises not only an exhilarating race experience but also a vibrant atmosphere filled with music and the joy of community. Runners and spectators alike can look forward to a delicious hot meal, making it a perfect day for everyone involved. Don't miss this chance to be part of a spectacular event that combines nature, camaraderie, and the thrill of racing!

Blue Ridge Ultra

Sat 11th October 2025

Runners approach the finish line at the Blue Ridge Ultra event, set in a scenic location with mountains in the background. The participants, dressed in athletic gear, are captured mid-stride under a banner displaying the race name. Runners cross a rustic bridge during a colorful autumn marathon. Vibrant red banners line the pathway, with trees in the background displaying yellow and green foliage. Photographers and spectators gather near the finish line. A woman smiling and flashing peace signs, wearing a pink long-sleeve shirt, orange shorts, and a green hydration pack. She is outdoors on a trail, wearing a race bib numbered 2294, surrounded by green foliage. Person wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt, black leggings, and colorful shoes is energetically jumping over a fallen tree in a lush, green forest. They have a race bib numbered 3197 and are carrying a hydration pack. Three runners, two men and a woman, are jogging uphill in a forested area. They are dressed in athletic gear with numbered race bibs and carrying walking poles. The trail is covered with leaves and surrounded by tall trees. A person jogging on a forest trail with two happy golden retrievers on leashes. The ground is covered with fallen leaves, and the greenery of the forest surrounds the path. The person is wearing a race number, suggesting participation in an event. A man and a woman smiling and posing at the finish line of a race. The man wears a green shirt and hydration pack, and the woman wears a grey sports bra and a headband. A timer reading 05:53:35 is visible above them. A group of people poses in front of a "Wild Rugged" banner outdoors. Some wear medals, indicating a race or event participation. Smiling and dressed in casual sportswear, they appear to enjoy the moment. Trees and mountains are seen in the background. Four runners cross a bridge covered in fallen leaves during a race. They pass a black and yellow caution sign. The bridge is surrounded by lush greenery and trees. The participants are wearing athletic gear and numbered bibs. A group of people are running on a wet road through a forest. The central figure, a woman in a white outfit, is smiling and gesturing with her hands. Other runners are behind her, displaying various expressions. The ground is covered with fallen leaves.

Organiser's Description

This is not just a race; it is an unforgettable event! The best part of the season with a beautiful location, music, and a hot meal. The Blue Ridge Ultra is a 50K loop trail race is deep within the beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest of the North Georgia Mountains.

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It consists of 8,000ft of elevation gain on 23 miles of the Benton MacKaye trail, and 7 miles of Forest Service roads. You will experience tough, and sometimes technical spots, single track trails, small creek crossings, steep ascents and even steeper descents all while enjoying the leaves changing colors. Start and Finish at the historic Shallowford iron bridge spanning the Toccoa River. This race will challenge the most experienced racer and provide a memorable experience for those looking to complete a trail run in the mountains of Blue Ridge.

What's Included

Voted the best little town in Georgia. Start and Finish at the historic Shallowford iron bridge spanning the Toccoa River. This race will challenge the most experienced racer and provide a memorable experience for those looking to complete a trail run in the mountains of Blue Ridge.

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Location

If you live anywhere in the Southeast, you're within driving distance of Blue Ridge, only 90 miles north of Atlanta via I-575 on the Georgia-Tennessee-North Carolina line. With 106,000 acres of Chattahoochee National Forest, 300 miles of hiking trails and 100 miles of trout streams, Blue Ridge is the perfect place for a romantic getaway, family vacation, mountain vacation home, retirement or new location for your business.

Blue Ridge was ranked by Southern Living Magazine as one of the 2020 South’s Best Mountain Towns, and 2019 Top Small Mountain Towns for Retirement. Take a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, following the Toccoa River to the town of McCaysville. Sample craft breweries, wineries, surprisingly upscale shops, galleries and restaurants. Hike to a local waterfall on the Appalachian Trail, tube or kayak the Toccoa or go whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River.

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