Distances for the Dawson Pediatrics Peach Kid's Triathlon - Dawsonville will vary, depending on the age of participants:
Junior 6 – 8, 50-yard swim, 1.5-mile bike (5 laps) and 500-yard run
Intermediate 9 – 11, 100-yard swim, 3-mile bike (3 laps) and 1K run.
Senior 12 – 14, 200-yard swim, 6-mile bike (2 laps) and 2K run.
TRIATHLON, DUATHLON, AQUABIKE: SPRINT DISTANCE EVENT
RACE INFORMATION
Registration cutoff is 6:00 AM on race day or when field limit is reached if earlier
Field limit is 300
T-shirts are NOT guaranteed if you sign up after August 8
Transition Area: Bike racks are coordinated to match with your assigned race number. Place your bike in the rack corresponding with your number
Body Marking: All athletes will be marked with race number and age
Swim Caps: Swim caps are provided in your race packet and must be worn. Your cap color identifies your swim start position
EVENT TIMELINE
6:00 a.m. Park opens
6:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Check-in
7:30 a.m. Report to the beach for the swim seed positioning and duathlon course start
7:45 a.m. Start sequence information and last minute course updates
8:00 a.m. Race starts
11:00 a.m. Awards ceremony begins
TRIATHLON COURSE:
Swim Course: The 600 m swim starts off of the dock and finishes at the boat ramp and is marked by large START and FINISH signs.. Swimmers will swim 200 m out to the 1st buoy, make a left turn, swim parallel the shore for 200 m, then make a left turn for the final 200 m. The wetsuit ruling will be made when the USAT Official takes the race day water temperature reading on the morning of the race. Wetsuits are legal when the water temperature is below 78 degrees. The swim portion of the race will be conducted in a time trial start with athletes lining up in race number sequence and starting every 5 seconds.
Bike Course: The 10.9 mile bike course follows the beautiful roads of northern Hall County. Riders will turn right out of the park and follow North Browning Bridge Road north for approximately 2.5 miles. Turn right to head north on Clarks Bridge Road for an additional 2 miles. Turning left on Bogus Road, riders enter a 4 mile loop with rolling hills and green pastures on either side. The left turn at Napone Rd. brings the course back to Clarks Bridge Road. Turn right on to Clarks Bridge Road and follow for a half mile. Turn left onto North Browning Bridge Road and follow it back to the park.
The course is marked with directional signs and mile markers every two miles. All turns will be staffed with Tri the Parks personnel and uniformed Sheriff officers, but it is the racer’s responsibility to know the course. This course is open to traffic, so in addition to course turns, Sheriff personnel will be stationed at other significant intersections. Please do not turn just because a patrol car is at the intersection, look for signage and Tri the Parks personnel.
Run Course: The run is a 5k course consists of two laps around the paved walking path. Portions of this course will have runners traveling in both directions please stay to the right.
DUATHLON COURSE:
The duathlon run leg starts in the vicinity of the swim start. The run then follows the route described above (please note the duathlon run is not reversed at Don Carter State Park). The bike leg and second run leg are the same as the triathlon course.
AQUABIKE COURSE:
All Aquabikers start in the time trial swim start and complete the same swim and bike course as the triathletes. After completing the bike course, athletes should rack their bike and exit transition with the runners (opposite the bike in and out) and go around transition to the finish line. Aquabikers will find a green wristband in their packets to be worn during the race to help distinguish you.
COURSE MAP:
Course maps are available below and will also be included in your race packet.
PARKING:
Parking opens at 6:00 AM will be on a first-come, first serve basis and volunteer attendants will direct you to a space. Parking will begin in the primitive camping area. Overflow parking will be at the beach and then the horse-trailer parking area. Please remember to bring your photo ID with you as it is a long walk to race check-in/transition.
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.
Come start your morning with a 5K run at beautiful Meeks Park in Blairsville. This event is a fundraiser for BSA Troop 101. This event will be part of three race series - AAA Health Series, Clover Glove Series, and Black Bag Racing Series. Bring a friend!
Event details and schedule
Registration opens at 7:00 am at Pavillion #3 by the baseball field. Signs will be posted. Race day registration will be available.
Virtual Runners: Times must be to [email protected] before noon on 9/13/25.
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!
CONQUER THE NORTH GEORGIA MOUNTAINS SEPTEMBER 26-27TH 2026
Every September, taking place on Georgia's premier cycling routes, the Six Gap Century, Three Gap Fifty and Valley Ride.
During the last weekend of September, two days of bicycling fun with a weekend-long expo and a day of cycling through the beautiful mountains of North Georgia. Thousands of cyclists will gather for the Six Gap Bike Expo. The following day, around 3,000 cyclists are expected to make the annual uphill pilgrimage in three noncompetitive rides for the Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty.
Please join us for the 2nd. Annual Running of the “Your Heart Counts 5K” Once again presented by Union General Health System! Saturday Morning – October 3rd. 2026 – 8:00 AM Race Start – Meeks Park – Blairsville, GA! Come enjoy this absolutely beautiful race route that combines the paths of Meeks Park with a beautiful fall morning in the Mountains of North Georgia. All for a great cause to support Cardiac Health through Union General. So Please wear RED in support of this outstanding cause as Heart Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. It will be an amazing morning so we hope you’ll plan to join us!
Registration: $30 Pre-Race Registration Fee (Runs until 11:59 PM, Sunday evening, September 27th.) You must register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate!) $40 Race Day Registration Rate.
Race Day Logistics & Schedule of Events:
Race Day Registration / Race Location: Adjacent to Pavilion #3 in Meeks Park located at 490 Meeks Park Rd., Blairsville, GA 30512.
*6:45 AM Race Day Registration
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes
*7:55 AM Pre-Race Announcements
*8:00 AM “Your Heart Counts 5K” Start Time
*9:15 AM Race Awards Presentation
Pre-Race Packet Pick-up for those pre-registered:
Pre-Race Packet Pick-up will be held Friday, October 2nd. from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Union General Wellness Center located at 376 Deep South Farm Rd., Blairsville, GA 30512.
Race Route:
Both the Start and Finish Lines are located adjacent to Pavilion #3 in Meeks Park. Meeks Park is one of the most BEAUTIFUL parks in all of the North Georgia Mountains! The race route itself is a mix of pavement and some hard-pack gravel with gentle rolling hills along a scenic creek!
Race Start-Finish & Race Day Parking:
There is plenty of parking in Meeks Park itself so don’t sweat that! You will follow the main road into the park (stay straight!) and you will see the main parking lots on both your left and right. Parking is free!
Awards:
Awards will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners
*Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners
*Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over
We do hope you will join for this outstanding year one race in support of Cardiac Health!
Please note, this is a rain or shine event!!
The Currahee Challenge takes place from the base of Currahee Mountain on the Colonel Robert Sink Trail, the training site of the 501st, 506th, 511th and 517th Parachute Infantry Regiments seen in Band of Brothers, Saving Private Ryan & The Dirty Dozen. Come and join us for an excellent and challenging 5K run/walk or 10K hill run. PLEASE NOTE: the finish line will remain open until 11:30am.
24rd Annual Lainie Weade Memorial ride. 2026 Tour de Tugaloo
STARTING POINT: Tugaloo Bend Park 2104 Yonah Dam Rd Toccoa, GA 30577
TIMES: 9:00 Check in opens / 10:00 ride starts
Get ready to Ride the River! Join us for a casual 21, 37 or 53 mile ride along the historic Tugaloo River Corridor. Suitable for all levels of cyclists. Registration includes post ride "Chili at the Bend" event featuring delicious food, live music and cold beverages. It's a great way to spend a fall day in Northeast Georgia.
Register early! Limited to 150 registrants!
$60 -- if registered on or before Oct 1 (shirt guaranteed)
$70 --- Oct 2nd - 21st (shirt guaranteed).
Active registration closes on Oct 21st or earlier if sold out.
Advanced registration only. No walk up day of event.
Contact us for details: [email protected]
Amenities Include:
SAG vehicle and SAG stop with home our famous made baked goods
Post ride meal and entertainment
Bathroom facilitites
Changing tent
Discount for early registration
24rd Annual Lainie Weade Memorial ride. Proceeds benefit the Stephens County Foundation for support of the Tugaloo Bend Park and other community projects. Tour organizers also recognize and remember Glenn Benzing, a longtime friend and supporter.
Event details and schedule
TIMES:
9:00 Check in opens / 10:00 ride starts
Noon - 3PM: Chili and Music at the Bend
Route: 21, 37 and 53 mile routes from Tugaloo Bend Park. Maps and e-routes www.tourdetugaloo.com/routes
Parking is Limited... PLEASE CARPOOL
26-27 SOUTHEASTERN ENDURANCE SERIES
The Big Ring Challenge is the first race Chainbuster-hosted of our the new season, which runs from fall to spring!
Please check our website for details on all of our races including race day schedule, categories, series points, FAQs.
RACE PLATES
All participants will get a new race plate to use for the entire series at the first race they attend. Please do not discard it after the race as you will use it at any other races you sign up for in the same race length. Lost or discarded race plates can be replaced for $10.
Please check our website for details on all of our races including race day schedule, categories, volunteering, series points and FAQs.