Ultra Trail Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DENALI – TRAIL FAMILY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 3-4 Athletes | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss split across a 3 to 4 person Trail Family, up and down 604 stairs per lap 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, built for your crew. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA

Date
December 11, 2026
Location
Dawsonville, GA
Venue
418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Rd
Start Time
12:00 PM
Sunrise
7:33 AM
Entry Fee
$1440.00
Events
Denali - Trail Family (Team of 3 or 4)

The Ultra Trail Marathon Relay IRONHIKE DENALI – TRAIL FAMILY FLEX RELAY takes place December 11, 2026, at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia. Teams of 3 to 4 athletes compete over 48 hours covering 51 miles with 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss. The course includes 41,072 stairs on the AT Approach Trail staircase above Amicalola Falls, with participants able to run, power hike, or walk. Entry is $1,440.00 per team, with the typical start time at 12:00 PM.

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Course & Travel Notes

The Ultra Trail Marathon Relay at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia starts at 12:00 PM, well after the 7:33 AM sunrise. Venue elevation is 2,615 feet. In December, typical monthly 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. Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) is the nearest airport at 63.5 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 2,615 ft elevation☀️ Typically 51°F / 35°F · 32% chance of rain✈️ Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) (CHA) — 63.5 mi

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Ultra Trail Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DENALI – TRAIL FAMILY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 3-4 Athletes | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss split across a 3 to 4 person Trail Family, up and down 604 stairs per lap 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, built for your crew. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA

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When is Ultra Trail Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DENALI – TRAIL FAMILY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 3-4 Athletes | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss split across a 3 to 4 person Trail Family, up and down 604 stairs per lap 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, built for your crew. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA?

Ultra Trail Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DENALI – TRAIL FAMILY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 3-4 Athletes | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss split across a 3 to 4 person Trail Family, up and down 604 stairs per lap 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, built for your crew. 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 Relay | IRONHIKE DENALI – TRAIL FAMILY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 3-4 Athletes | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss split across a 3 to 4 person Trail Family, up and down 604 stairs per lap 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, built for your crew. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA held?

Ultra Trail Marathon Relay | IRONHIKE DENALI – TRAIL FAMILY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 3-4 Athletes | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss split across a 3 to 4 person Trail Family, up and down 604 stairs per lap 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, built for your crew. 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 Relay | IRONHIKE DENALI – TRAIL FAMILY FLEX RELAY | Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia | Team of 3-4 Athletes | 51 Miles | 48 Hour | No Shortcuts | Run, Power Hike, Walk. | 20,536 feet of elevation gain and loss split across a 3 to 4 person Trail Family, up and down 604 stairs per lap 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, built for your crew. We are redefining race day. 2026 — Dawsonville, GA?

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