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Fort Yargo Ultra

May 18, 2024

Lengths: 50K and 25K

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.

2024 Race Pricing

50K

Early Registration: $150
Regular Registration: $165

   
25K

Early Registration: $110
Regular Registration: $125

Important Registration Dates

Early Registration Ends: 2/16/2024

Regular Registration Ends: 5/18/2024

Schedule
Schedule

50K Start: 7:30am
Cut-off: 5:30pm.

25K Start: 7:30am 
Cut-off: 5:30pm
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Canine Start: 7:45am 
Cut-off: 5:30pm.


Early Package Pick-up

Friday, 5/17/24, 5pm–7pm
Lake Pavilion – Fort Yargo Visitors Center
210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680

(Directions)

Package Pick-up
Saturday, 5/18/24, 6:30am
Lake Pavilion – Fort Yargo Visitors Center
210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680

(Directions)

Location

Lake Pavilion – Fort Yargo Visitors Center
210 S Broad St., Winder, GA 30680

(Directions)

Enter the main gate and follow the directions of staff for parking. The race check-in and start are at the Lake Pavilion right next to the brand new visitors center. Park fees are included in the race fee, so no need to pay at the gate.

Details
Aid Stations

There will be no need for a support crew during this event. We will have several fully stocked aid stations along the course to refuel and regain your strength. The 50K runners will be allowed 2 (one gallon) drop bags at the (2) aid station and Start/Finish which you will visit during the race. All aid stations will have water, Gatorade, cola, snacks, cookies, candy, sandwiches, and fruit. All other items will need to be carried by racers. Family and Support are welcome and we will have maps provided at the check-in for the aid station locations. Parking is limited.

 

Race Data

Signs and flagging mark the course.

What You Get!

A 100% marked course
Park fee (Free)
Dry-fit t-shirt
Finisher medals
Race photos (Free)
Timing
Aid Station supplies
Awards
Fresh meal for all racers from Moe's.

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.

 


Waivers

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

Gear

Everything you need to bring can be found on the Ultra Gear List.

 

 

Crew

For information on crew and pacers, see the 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.


Cancellations and Transfers

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 your entry to another racer, please contact info@argeorgia.com with the name and email of the person to whom you wish transfer your entry.

Awards

All finishers will receive an amazing medal and a t-shirt.
Top 3 awards in each class below for each race. 
• Overall Men – 1st in 50K receives a free entry to next year's event. 
• Overall Women – 1st in 50K receives a free entry to next year's event. 
• Masters Men (40-59)
• Masters Women (40-59)
• Grand Masters Men (60 and over)
• Grand Masters Women (60 and over)

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