Fort Yargo Ultra

The Fort Yargo Ultra is a 50K trail race with a 15.6-mile loop through one of Georgia's most beautiful State Parks, Fort Yargo. Voted some of the best single-track trails in Georgia, this race will be 100% on trails with the 50K completing 2 loops of the 15.6-mile loop. The rolling hills surrounding the lake are the perfect backdrop for a fast finishing time if you are a competitive athlete and a great beginner race for someone's first Ultra. Start and Finish at the historic Fort Yargo State Park just outside Atlanta, GA. May is the perfect time with warm-weather just starting temps in the 80s. One loop on the same trails gives you the 25K option.

Canine Run: There will also be a canine run for those that want to bring their dogs out to join the fun. Canine runners will register for the 25K, and start 15 minutes after the regular 25K start.

Drop Bags:
50K runners: (2) one-gallon bags provided by us at check-in.
25K runners: (1) one-gallon bags provided by us at check-in.

Fort Yargo Race Video

Start Location

Fort Yargo State Park just outside Winder, Georgia. 210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680.
Enter the main gate and follow the directions of staff for parking.  The race check-in and start is at the Lake Pavillon right next to the brand new visitors center. Park fees are included in the race fee, so no need to pay at the gate. 

Schedule

Runners will receive an email before the race with information.

50K Start: 7:30am
25K Start: 7:30am
Canine Start: 7:45am
The cut-off for all races is 5:30pm.

Early Package Pick-up: Friday, April 25, from 5pm to 7pm
Lake Pavilion - Fort Yargo Visitors Center  210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680.

Day of Race Package Pick-up: Saturday, April 26, starting at 6:30am.
Lake Pavilion - 210 S Broad St, Winder, GA30680.

Each runner must print and sign this waiver and bring it to the check-in.

THIS RACE WAS SOLD OUT IN 2024. THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS.

Additional Information

Gear: Everything you need to bring can be found on the ultra gear list.
Crew: For information on crew and pacers, see our crew page.
Rules: No cutting of the designed course. All flags must be punched to receive credit for the entire course. Details in pre-race email. Listen and follow all instructions from race staff and medical personnel during the race. Be courteous to other runners and day hikers. You may only receive the aid within 100 feet of an aid station that allows crew access. No littering. Take in, take out. Trekking poles are allowed. The race director has the sole discretion of the administration of any violations of the race rules ranging from a time penalty up to and including disqualification.

What you get!

A 100% Marked Course
Free Parking
Dry-Fit T-Shirt
Finisher Medals
Free Race Photos
Timing
Aid Station Supplies
Awards
Fresh meal for all racers from Moe's Southwest Grill.

Awards

All finishers will receive an amazing medal and a t-shirt.

Top 3 awards in each class below for each race: 
1. Overall Men - 1st in 50K receives a free entry to next year's event. 
2. Overall Women - 1st in 50K receives a free entry to next year's event. 
3. Masters Men (40-59)
4. Masters Women (40-59)
5. Grand Masters Men (60 and over)
6. Grand Masters Women (60 and over)

Refund Policy

We understand things happen. No refunds will be issued. However, you may transfer your entry to another racer in the same event without a penalty until 5 days before the event. You are responsible for finding a person interested in buying your entry as well as working out payment with them. Entries do not transfer to other events nor do they transfer year to year. If you would like to sell or transfer your entry to another racer, you may do so from within your UltraSignup account: How to edit your race registration. Please contact info@warriorraces.com with any questions.

Racer Video

Event's current local time: 8:32 PM ET