Everesting Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE EVEREST – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA
The Everesting Ultra Marathon Relay takes place on December 10, 2026, at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia. This team event for two athletes covers 5 miles and costs $1620.00, with a typical start time of 12:00 PM. Participants ascend and descend 604 stairs per lap on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls, accumulating 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss shared between the two mountain athletes. The relay format allows runners to power hike and walk as needed over the 72-hour event window.
Course & Travel Notes
The Everesting Ultra Marathon Relay at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia takes place at 2,615 feet elevation, with a noon start time occurring 4 hours and 27 minutes after sunrise at 7:33 AM on December 10, 2026. December typical monthly normals for the area show an average high of 51°F and average low of 35°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 32% of days. The nearest airport is Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field), located 63.5 miles from the venue.
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Everesting Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE EVEREST – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Everesting Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE EVEREST – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA?
Everesting Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE EVEREST – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA takes place on December 10, 2026. The race is held in Dawsonville, Georgia.
Where is Everesting Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE EVEREST – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA held?
Everesting Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE EVEREST – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA is held at 418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Rd in Dawsonville, Georgia.
Where can I find hotels near Everesting Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE EVEREST – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA?
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