Mountain Ranger 7k/15k Run & 34k Mountain Bike Event
- Date Sat 26th April 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Dahlonega, Georgia
- Price $32.80 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the 27th Annual Mountain Ranger 7k/15k Run and 34k Mountain Bike Event! Join us on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, in the picturesque town of Dahlonega, Lumpkin, where Camp Frank D. Merrill transforms into a hub of excitement and competition. Participants can choose between two thrilling running distances—7K or 15K—or tackle the challenging 34K mountain bike course on scenic single track trails.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a weekend warrior, this event promises fun for everyone! After the races, stick around for a free open house featuring engaging demonstrations including repelling and more, making it a perfect day out for the entire family. Be sure to arrive early, as parking opens at 5:45 AM and packet pickup starts at 6:00 AM on race day. Don't miss your chance to compete for awards for the top three male and female finishers in each event. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of adventure and camaraderie in the great outdoors!
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a weekend warrior, this event promises fun for everyone! After the races, stick around for a free open house featuring engaging demonstrations including repelling and more, making it a perfect day out for the entire family. Be sure to arrive early, as parking opens at 5:45 AM and packet pickup starts at 6:00 AM on race day. Don't miss your chance to compete for awards for the top three male and female finishers in each event. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of adventure and camaraderie in the great outdoors!
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THE DETAILS
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, APRIL 26TH TO KICK OFF THE 27TH ANNUAL MOUNTAIN RANGER RUN AND BIKE RACES AT CAMP FRANK D. MERRILL. CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE FOR THE RUN WITH 7K AND 15K OPTIONS, OR GRAB YOUR MOUNTAIN BIKE AND HIT THE SINGLE TRACK FOR 34K. STICK AROUND AFTER THE RACE AND SPEND THE DAY AT THE RANGER CAMP WATCHING DEMONSTRATIONS, REPELLING, AND MORE! OPEN HOUSE IS FREE OF CHARGE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTO ID REQUIRED.
**PLEASE NOTE: ALL COURSES MUST BE CLEARED BY 10:45 FOR THE OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS. ANYONE STILL ON COURSE AT THIS TIME WILL BE PULLED.**
PARKING WILL OPEN AT 5:45AM. PACKET PICKUP WILL ONLY BE ON RACE DAY, OPENING AT 6:00AM
***NO DOGS ALLOWED***
RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL ALSO OPEN AT 6:00AM AND WILL CLOSE 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START OF EACH EVENT.
AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN TO TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH EVENT. NO AGE GROUP AWARDS.
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, APRIL 26TH TO KICK OFF THE 27TH ANNUAL MOUNTAIN RANGER RUN AND BIKE RACES AT CAMP FRANK D. MERRILL. CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE FOR THE RUN WITH 7K AND 15K OPTIONS, OR GRAB YOUR MOUNTAIN BIKE AND HIT THE SINGLE TRACK FOR 34K. STICK AROUND AFTER THE RACE AND SPEND THE DAY AT THE RANGER CAMP WATCHING DEMONSTRATIONS, REPELLING, AND MORE! OPEN HOUSE IS FREE OF CHARGE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTO ID REQUIRED.
**PLEASE NOTE: ALL COURSES MUST BE CLEARED BY 10:45 FOR THE OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS. ANYONE STILL ON COURSE AT THIS TIME WILL BE PULLED.**
PARKING WILL OPEN AT 5:45AM. PACKET PICKUP WILL ONLY BE ON RACE DAY, OPENING AT 6:00AM
***NO DOGS ALLOWED***
RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL ALSO OPEN AT 6:00AM AND WILL CLOSE 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START OF EACH EVENT.
AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN TO TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH EVENT. NO AGE GROUP AWARDS.
Races
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7k Trail Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
This will be the same course as the last several years. We've updated the distance to more accurately reflect the true distance. Once you warm up on the initial climb on the double-track, you'll turn into the woods and hit some lesser known single track, complete with a waterfall. The route has a fast downhill finish. -
15k Trail Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$43.40
The 15k route is known to local runners and cyclists as the Montgomery loop or Pen Cove. Once you warm up on the initial climb, the majority of the route consists of double-track trail with rolling hills and a few water crossings. -
34k Mountain Bike Race
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$48.70
After getting out onto some double-track, you'll spend the majority of your morning on some fast and fun single track trails for the 34k bike event. -
7K Heavy
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$32.80
Back again after a few years...the heavy! This event is the same course as the 7k trail run, but 25-45 pound rucks will be required! Once you warm up on the initial climb on the double-track, you'll turn into the woods and hit some lesser known single track, complete with a waterfall. The route has a fast downhill finish.
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