The Georgia Death Race, a legendary 68-mile ultramarathon known for its brutal challenge and breathtaking scenery, is set to test endurance on March 28, 2026, in the mountains of Blairsville, GA. This point-to-point race begins at Vogel State Park and concludes at Amicalola Falls State Park, traversing some of North Georgia's most unforgiving terrain. Runners face an astounding 28,000 feet of elevation change, with relentless climbs and descents that include an early 3.8-mile, 2,300-foot ascent up Coosa Bald. The course winds through remote sections of the Benton MacKaye and Duncan Ridge Trails, offering incredible views of the mountains, especially with the leaves typically off the trees in March. A truly unique aspect of this race requires participants to carry a one-pound railroad spike from start to finish, which, upon completion, is exchanged for an engraved finisher's spike.

Renowned in the ultrarunning community, the Georgia Death Race has earned a reputation as one of the top races in the United States and is a coveted Western States Endurance Run qualifier. Historically, only about 50-60% of starters manage to conquer the course, a testament to its "hard as nails" difficulty and technical terrain. Runners will find support at 9 to 10 fully stocked aid stations along the route, staffed by exceptional volunteers. The ultimate challenge arrives in the final miles, culminating in a climb of 425 to 607 stairs up to the top of Amicalola Falls—a truly memorable, albeit torturous, finish. Typical race day conditions in late March bring highs around 64°F and lows near 37°F, with a 19% chance of precipitation, adding another layer of unpredictability to this already epic endeavor.