Ultra Trail Marathon | IRONHIKE DENALI – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 41,072 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is two days and two nights with zero shortcuts on the way down. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA
The IRONHIKE DENALI – SOLO is a running event covering 1 mile, held on December 11, 2026, at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia. The event is a 48-hour experience with no shortcuts, featuring 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss across 41,072 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. The race starts at 12:00 PM with an entry price of $720.00. Participants may run, power hike, or walk throughout the two days and two nights.
Course & Travel Notes
The IRONHIKE DENALI – SOLO starts at 12:00 PM, well after sunrise at 7:33 AM on race day. Typical December weather normals for the area include an average high of 51°F and average low of 35°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 32% of days. The venue in Dawsonville, Georgia sits at 2,615 feet elevation. Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) is the nearest airport, located 63.5 miles from the venue.
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Ultra Trail Marathon | IRONHIKE DENALI – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 41,072 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is two days and two nights with zero shortcuts on the way down. 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 Ultra Trail Marathon | IRONHIKE DENALI – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 41,072 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is two days and two nights with zero shortcuts on the way down. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA?
Ultra Trail Marathon | IRONHIKE DENALI – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 41,072 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is two days and two nights with zero shortcuts on the way down. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA takes place on December 11, 2026. The race is held in Dawsonville, Georgia.
Where is Ultra Trail Marathon | IRONHIKE DENALI – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 41,072 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is two days and two nights with zero shortcuts on the way down. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA held?
Ultra Trail Marathon | IRONHIKE DENALI – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 41,072 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is two days and two nights with zero shortcuts on the way down. 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 Ultra Trail Marathon | IRONHIKE DENALI – SOLO | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss up and down 604 stairs, for a total of 41,072 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls. This is two days and two nights with zero shortcuts on the way down. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA?
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