The Hero Hill Climb
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Dahlonega, Georgia
- Price $28.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 4th annual Hero Hill Climb on Saturday, May 23rd, 2026, in the stunning surroundings of Dahlonega, Lumpkin. This heartwarming event takes place over Memorial Weekend and is dedicated to honoring our fallen veterans while raising awareness for the brave men and women serving in our military. Participants of all ages are invited to walk, run, or mountain bike up a scenic gravel road starting at Camp Merrill Army Ranger Base. Each participant will carry a card bearing the name of a fallen hero, culminating in a moving ceremony at the summit where you'll pin your Hero Card, ring a Freedom bell, and receive a flag to carry back down.
The Hero Hill Climb not only offers breathtaking views and inspiring camaraderie but also contributes to vital programs that combat PTSD and support veterans’ wellness. Join us for an unforgettable day filled with purpose, and don’t miss the after-party at Camp Merrill's "The Overhang," featuring delicious food, beverages, raffle giveaways, and live music. Whether you're up for the climb or prefer the virtual category, your participation makes a difference. Help us honor our heroes and spread the word about this impactful event!
The Hero Hill Climb not only offers breathtaking views and inspiring camaraderie but also contributes to vital programs that combat PTSD and support veterans’ wellness. Join us for an unforgettable day filled with purpose, and don’t miss the after-party at Camp Merrill's "The Overhang," featuring delicious food, beverages, raffle giveaways, and live music. Whether you're up for the climb or prefer the virtual category, your participation makes a difference. Help us honor our heroes and spread the word about this impactful event!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the 4th annual Hero Hill Climb! - Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 Memorial Weekend
This is a great event to honor our fallen veterans and bring awareness to the good men & women serving in our military of all branches.
Walk, run or mountain bike...all ages...
THE MISSION: Starting in front of Camp Merrill Army Ranger Base, you will be given a half-sheet card with the name of a fallen service member (Hero). Your mission is to carry your Hero up the gravel road to the top of the hill to honor their sacrifice. When you get to the top, there will be a large Hero board, an American flag, and a cast iron Freedom bell. You will pin your Hero Card onto the Hero Board, ring the bell in their honor, and we give you a 12-inch flag to return back down the gravel road with. The scenery is gorgeous, the camaraderie is inspirational, and you get to walk side by side with some amazing people! Each participant will also receive a special event Challenge Coin that you can pay forward or keep.
Afterwards, join the after-party at "The Overhang", Camp Merrill's on-base bar & grille for great food & beverages, raffle giveaways, and live music. Comfy event t-shirts and challenge coins are available on-site and online.
If you are unsure of your physical fitness to walk up the gravel road, no problem! We'll have UTV/SxS vehicles to transport you up and down the mountain, so you can complete your mission safely. We even have a "virtual category" for those who want to participate from home.
WHY DO WE DO THIS?
Your contribution raises money to deploy critical support to our Heroes, by fostering community, financial assistance, and long-term wellness programs to combat PTSD and prevent veteran suicide. It is a troubling fact that 22 Veterans a day take their own life. But we can all make a difference to support our Heroes. Partnering with the US Mountain Ranger Association (USMRA), the proceeds from this event will create resources for both Mission22 [https://mission22.com/] and the USMRA [https://usmra.org/] to provide the support needed. You make an impact!
Help us spread the word by sharing with your friends, participating in the event, and gathering a team. Our Heroes deserve our best!
** We also need sponsors and volunteers! If you have a business or an organization that we can promote, your sponsorship will be accepted as a 501(c)3 contribution. Let's find creative ways to benefit our heroes, and promote you at the same time. Please contact Stephen at the "Race Contact" below.
HERO HILL CLIMB VIDEO (CLICK HERE) [https://youtu.be/ee4uVjN8g4Q]
PHOTOS GALLERY LINK (CREDIT TO JUSTIN ARNDT AT WWW.OURLOCALHEROES.COM) [https://ourlocalheroes.pixieset.com/mission22events/herohillclimb2025/]
This is a great event to honor our fallen veterans and bring awareness to the good men & women serving in our military of all branches.
Walk, run or mountain bike...all ages...
THE MISSION: Starting in front of Camp Merrill Army Ranger Base, you will be given a half-sheet card with the name of a fallen service member (Hero). Your mission is to carry your Hero up the gravel road to the top of the hill to honor their sacrifice. When you get to the top, there will be a large Hero board, an American flag, and a cast iron Freedom bell. You will pin your Hero Card onto the Hero Board, ring the bell in their honor, and we give you a 12-inch flag to return back down the gravel road with. The scenery is gorgeous, the camaraderie is inspirational, and you get to walk side by side with some amazing people! Each participant will also receive a special event Challenge Coin that you can pay forward or keep.
Afterwards, join the after-party at "The Overhang", Camp Merrill's on-base bar & grille for great food & beverages, raffle giveaways, and live music. Comfy event t-shirts and challenge coins are available on-site and online.
If you are unsure of your physical fitness to walk up the gravel road, no problem! We'll have UTV/SxS vehicles to transport you up and down the mountain, so you can complete your mission safely. We even have a "virtual category" for those who want to participate from home.
WHY DO WE DO THIS?
Your contribution raises money to deploy critical support to our Heroes, by fostering community, financial assistance, and long-term wellness programs to combat PTSD and prevent veteran suicide. It is a troubling fact that 22 Veterans a day take their own life. But we can all make a difference to support our Heroes. Partnering with the US Mountain Ranger Association (USMRA), the proceeds from this event will create resources for both Mission22 [https://mission22.com/] and the USMRA [https://usmra.org/] to provide the support needed. You make an impact!
Help us spread the word by sharing with your friends, participating in the event, and gathering a team. Our Heroes deserve our best!
** We also need sponsors and volunteers! If you have a business or an organization that we can promote, your sponsorship will be accepted as a 501(c)3 contribution. Let's find creative ways to benefit our heroes, and promote you at the same time. Please contact Stephen at the "Race Contact" below.
HERO HILL CLIMB VIDEO (CLICK HERE) [https://youtu.be/ee4uVjN8g4Q]
PHOTOS GALLERY LINK (CREDIT TO JUSTIN ARNDT AT WWW.OURLOCALHEROES.COM) [https://ourlocalheroes.pixieset.com/mission22events/herohillclimb2025/]
Races
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Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$28.25
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Bike
Incl. $3.25 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$28.25
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Virtual Hero Hill Climb
Incl. $3.25 Fee
$28.25
This is a virtual event you can do in your area. We'll email you a Hero Card to print out, and you can do a Hill Climb in your town. Email us a picture of your effort and we'll include you in the group photos. We'll also mail your Challenge Coin to you after the event.
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