Everesting Ultra Marathon | IRONHIKE EVEREST – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative where you earn every descent. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA
The IRONHIKE EVEREST – SOLO, held December 10, 2026, at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia, costs $1080.00. This 5-mile event begins at 12:00 PM and permits running, power hiking, or walking. Participants ascend and descend 604 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls, earning every descent through 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss totaling 59,192 stairs.
Course & Travel Notes
In December, typical conditions at Amicalola Falls State Park feature average highs of 51°F and average lows of 35°F, with measurable precipitation on 32% of days. The venue sits at 2,615 feet elevation, with sunrise occurring at 7:33 AM on the December 10th start date; the race begins at 12:00 PM. Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) is the nearest airport, located 63.5 miles from the venue.
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Everesting Ultra Marathon | IRONHIKE EVEREST – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative where you earn every descent. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Dawsonville, GA. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Everesting Ultra Marathon | IRONHIKE EVEREST – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative where you earn every descent. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA?
Everesting Ultra Marathon | IRONHIKE EVEREST – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative where you earn every descent. 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 | IRONHIKE EVEREST – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative where you earn every descent. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA held?
Everesting Ultra Marathon | IRONHIKE EVEREST – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 73.5 Miles | 72 Hour | Earn Every Descent | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 29,596 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 59,192 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the authentic self-powered Everesting alternative where you earn every descent. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA is held at 418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Rd in Dawsonville, Georgia.
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