Georgia · 50K · 30K · 15K
Blue Ridge Ultra
Blue Ridge Ultra is a 50K, 30K and 15K event held in Blue Ridge, Georgia. It was last held on October 10, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 150 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Blue Ridge, GA
- Field size
- ~150 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 10, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Blue Ridge, Georgia
- Distances
- 50K, 30K, 15K
- Field size
- About 150 runners
- Course
- ~8,000 ft of elevation gain on the 50K over rugged Benton MacKaye Trail singletrack and forest roads
- Registration
- ultrasignup.com
- Official website
- warriorraces.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 25, 2026: open
- Entry fee
- Listed fee for the longest distance, $100 (from ultrasignup.com, checked September 25, 2026)
- Start time
- 7:00 AM EDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Mostly trail, some road; 8000 ft gain, 8000 ft loss (official course data)
About the Blue Ridge Ultra
The Blue Ridge Ultra offers 50K, 30K, and 15K trail distances (plus a canine 15K) through the Chattahoochee National Forest on the Benton MacKaye and Duncan Ridge Trails, starting and finishing at the historic Shallowford iron bridge over the Toccoa River. The 50K climbs roughly 8,000 ft over rugged singletrack and forest service roads, with fall foliage views throughout.
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Blue Ridge Ultra: common questions
- When is the Blue Ridge Ultra?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Blue Ridge Ultra held?
- In Blue Ridge, Georgia.
- What distances does the Blue Ridge Ultra offer?
- 50K, 30K and 15K.
- How many people run the Blue Ridge Ultra?
- About 150 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Blue Ridge Ultra?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at ultrasignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Blue Ridge Ultra?
- Registration status as last checked September 25, 2026: open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $100 (from ultrasignup.com, checked September 25, 2026).
- What time does the Blue Ridge Ultra start?
- 7:00 AM EDT.
- What is the course like at the Blue Ridge Ultra?
- Loop course; Mostly trail, some road; 8000 ft gain, 8000 ft loss (official course data).
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