Trail Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DOUBLE KUWOHI – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 33 Miles | 24 Hour | Next Step | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 13,288 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 26,576 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the next step after your first summit, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA
The IRONHIKE DOUBLE KUWOHI – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY is a 33-mile trail running event held at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia on December 12, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM. Teams of two athletes compete over 24 hours, covering 13,288 feet of elevation gain and loss and ascending and descending 604 stairs per lap for a total of 26,576 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase. Participants may run, power hike, or walk. Entry is $540.00 per team.
Course & Travel Notes
Sunrise on race day is at 7:34 AM, with the IRONHIKE DOUBLE KUWOHI start at 12:00 PM. In December, typical conditions at the venue elevation of 2,615 feet include average highs of 51°F and average lows of 35°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 32% of days. Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) is located 63.5 miles from Amicalola Falls State Park. The two-athlete relay spans 33 miles with 13,288 feet of elevation gain and loss shared between partners, including 26,576 total stairs on the AT Approach Trail above Amicalola Falls.
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Trail Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DOUBLE KUWOHI – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 33 Miles | 24 Hour | Next Step | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 13,288 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 26,576 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the next step after your first summit, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA
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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 Trail Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DOUBLE KUWOHI – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 33 Miles | 24 Hour | Next Step | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 13,288 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 26,576 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the next step after your first summit, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA?
Trail Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DOUBLE KUWOHI – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 33 Miles | 24 Hour | Next Step | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 13,288 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 26,576 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the next step after your first summit, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA takes place on December 12, 2026. The race is held in Dawsonville, Georgia.
Where is Trail Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DOUBLE KUWOHI – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 33 Miles | 24 Hour | Next Step | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 13,288 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 26,576 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the next step after your first summit, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA held?
Trail Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DOUBLE KUWOHI – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 33 Miles | 24 Hour | Next Step | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 13,288 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 26,576 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the next step after your first summit, 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 Trail Ultra Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DOUBLE KUWOHI – TRAIL BUDDY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 2 Athletes | 33 Miles | 24 Hour | Next Step | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 13,288 feet of elevation gain and loss shared across two Mountain Athletes, up and down 604 stairs per lap for a total of 26,576 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is the next step after your first summit, built for buddying up. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA?
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