48th Annual Hogpen Hill Climb 18K and Cool River Tubing 5K

Mark your calendars and let’s kick off the holiday weekend with a bang at the START line, Saturday, July 4 at 7:30 AM! Registration costs $35 from 4/1 until 6/20, then $45 from 6/21 through 7/3, and $50 cash or Venmo on race day. Please try to register early as we will have very limited registration on race day. Lake Rabun Road closes at 7:00 AM from Piney Point to Tame Turkey and reopens after the race. Parking is extremely limited, so please carpool if possible. Net proceeds go to the Lake Rabun Foundation, a fund of the North Georgia Community Foundation. The LRF provides scholarships to Rabun County students and grants to local organizations involved with education, child and family welfare, food ministries, environmental programs, and community development. Registration fees are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal and state income purposes. For event details go to www.rabunramble.com Ramble on! Event details and schedule

The 2025 Lake Burton Fun Run will take place on July 5th (Saturday of the fireworks)!

The gun goes off at 9AM sharp at Moccasin Creek State Park, so please give yourself ample time to park at Laprade's Marina and grab a shuttle (hay ride) to the starting line. Car-pooling and boat travel is STRONGLY encouraged. We'll see you at the starting line!

If you have questions, please contact Michael Minton at [email protected] or Starr Dowell at [email protected]

The Goat Cliff Road Race is a thrilling one-mile challenge on a paved road that begins on Acorn Creek Road, nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Burton in Clayton, Georgia. This race features a challenging 500-foot climb in elevation up the famous Sonya Road, making it perfect for runners seeking both a physical and visual treat. Participants will be rewarded with breathtaking views of Lake Burton, renowned for its serene beauty, million dollar homes and crystal-clear waters. Not to mention the stunning North Georgia Mountains views.

Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a nature enthusiast, the Goat Cliff Road Race promises an unforgettable experience amid the splendor of the mountains.

ALL PROCEEDS ARE DONATED TO THE LOCAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT!! THANK YOU FOR ANY SIGNUPS AND DONATIONS!

Finisher T-Shirt included

Medals will be awarded to the top finishers in SIX divisions:

*Men’s Division

*Women’s Division

*Kid’s Division UPDATE

Happy to announce that due to the high number of youth registrations, we’re thrilled to announce three separate Kid’s Divisions, each with its own medal opportunities:

•Little Kids – 8 & under (The Little Goats)

•Growing Kids – Ages 9 & 10 (The Young Billies)

•Big Kids – Ages 11–13 (The Mountain Goats)

Note: Goat Cliff is a private road and community normally not open to the public. Join us for this exclusive event as the gates open for this epic challenge

Sign up today as space is limited because parking is limited. You will be provided with parking instructions closer to race day.

5k NOGAWILD Safari Fun Run/Walk. September 12th, 2026

Join us for a one-of-a-kind family-friendly run/walk through the parks where you will run/walk by 100s of animals from antelope, penguins, camel, zebra, kangaroos, and more! Join us in this fun-run fundraising event to help support the efforts of Creation Encounters. You can learn more about their work here. Come prepared to walk/run on an all-terrain course. To learn more about the course itself click here.

Check-in is at 8:00 a.m. The first wave goes out at 8:30 a.m.

8:30am Safari Run/Walk All About the Animals Course (2.8 miles)- 2 laps. This course follows Wildlife Park pathways and the Safari Drive-Thru road (gravel, asphalt, and mulch). Children under 4 are free with a participating adult.

9:00am Kids/Family Fun Run (1 mile)- Take 1 to 2 laps around the Safari Park for a wild and family-friendly adventure!

There will also be a Virtual Option for those who cannot join us in person but would still like to exercise and help support the animals!

Each option price will increase by $5 one month prior to the Fall Safari Run so get your spots early!

Raffle and giveaway immediately follow the Safari Run. Awards will be given to the first 3 female and first 3 male finishers! Each Safari Run participant will receive one free raffle ticket and Safari Run medallion. Other raffle tickets can be purchased. Must be present for the raffle to win. Your registration for the Safari Run also includes admission to our Safari Drive-Thru after the event!

Please note - This is a fundraiser race and is not a timed race at this time. We encourage you to keep track of your own time with your watch

We cannot wait to see everyone for the Safari Run! Thank you for signing up!