Fort Yargo Ultra

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  • Date Sat 26th April 2025
  • Time 7:30AM EST
  • Location Winder, Barrow
  • Price $110.00 - $145.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances Ultra

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Two dogs wearing medals sit in front of the finish line at the Fort Yargo Ultra marathon event. A black-and-white dog is on the left, and a brown dog on the right. The background shows event banners and trees.

Fort Yargo Ultra

Sat 26th April 2025

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Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the Fort Yargo Ultra, hosted by Warrior Adventure Racing on Saturday, April 26, 2025! Set against the stunning backdrop of Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Barrow, this trail race offers two exciting distances: a challenging 50K and a more accessible 25K. Participants will navigate a beautiful 16.6-mile loop that showcases some of Georgia’s finest single-track trails, making it an ideal race for both seasoned ultra-runners and newcomers alike. The course meanders through rolling hills and along picturesque lakes, providing a perfect setting for a fast finish or a memorable first ultra experience. With warm temperatures in the 70s expected in April, there's no better time to lace up your running shoes and embrace the thrill of the Fort Yargo Ultra! Don’t miss out on this incredible event and the chance to challenge yourself in one of Georgia's most beautiful state parks!

Fort Yargo Ultra

Sat 26th April 2025

Two dogs wearing medals sit in front of the finish line at the Fort Yargo Ultra marathon event. A black-and-white dog is on the left, and a brown dog on the right. The background shows event banners and trees. Runners at the start of the Fort Yargo Ultra marathon, with a banner overhead and red signs marking the course. The digital clock shows 00:00:00. Date and distances (25K and 50K) are displayed on the right. A person wearing a red and black outfit runs uphill on a dirt path in a forest. Bare trees surround the path, and the sun is partially visible through the branches, creating a sunburst effect. A brown sign with white text reads "Monster Mile (Advanced)" in a lush green forest. A narrow path leads into the dense trees behind the sign, and a person is partially visible in the background. Person in a blue shirt and white hat walking across a wooden bridge in a lush, green forest. Sunlight filters through the trees, casting dappled shadows on the bridge and surrounding foliage. A person is running along a dirt trail through a lush green forest. Tall trees surround the path under a clouded sky, creating a peaceful and natural setting. The runner wears a backpack and athletic wear. Sunlight filters through a dense forest, illuminating tall, slender trees and lush green foliage. The ground is carpeted with grass, creating a serene and vibrant natural scene. A modern building surrounded by trees sits beside a lake at sunset. The sun casts a warm glow over the landscape, illuminating the lush greenery and highlighting a circular path and grassy areas in the garden. Sunlight filters through tall trees in a dense forest, casting warm rays on the pathway below. Lush green foliage surrounds the path, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. Aerial view of a modern building surrounded by lush forest. The structure features large glass windows and a flat roof. A circular pathway and landscaped garden are in the foreground. A parking lot with several cars is visible to the left.

Organiser's Description

The Fort Yargo Ultra is a 50K/25K trail race with a 16.6-mile loop through one of Georgia's most beautiful State Parks, Fort Yargo. Voted some of the best single-track trails in Georgia, this race will be 100% on trails with the 50K completing 2 loops of the 15.6-mile loop. The rolling hills surrounding the lake are the perfect backdrop for a fast finishing time if you are a competitive athlete and a great beginner race for someone's first Ultra. Start and Finish at the historic Fort Yargo State Park just outside Atlanta, GA. April is the perfect time with warm-weather just starting temps in the 70s. One loop on the same trails gives you the 25K option.

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he rolling hills surrounding the lake are the perfect backdrop for a fast finishing time if you are a competitive athlete and a great beginner race for someone's first Ultra. Start and Finish at the historic Fort Yargo State Park just outside Atlanta, GA.

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he rolling hills surrounding the lake are the perfect backdrop for a fast finishing time if you are a competitive athlete and a great beginner race for someone's first Ultra. Start and Finish at the historic Fort Yargo State Park just outside Atlanta, GA.

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  • Easiest 50K

Location

Fort Yargo State Park is a 1,816-acre U.S. state park located in Winder, Georgia, situated between Athens and Atlanta. One of Georgia's most beautiful parks with over 25 miles of trail surrounding the lake.

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Fort Yargo Rd, Winder, GA 30680, United States

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