Fort Yargo Ultra
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Event overview
The Fort Yargo Ultra is a trail running event at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Georgia (210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680). The event offers the following distances:
- 50K
- 25K
The course is 100% on trails and uses a 15.6-mile loop around the lake and rolling hills. The 50K covers two loops of the 15.6-mile loop; the 25K is one loop. A canine run is offered for participants who bring dogs; canine runners register for the 25K and start after the regular 25K field.
Logistics and rules
Race amenities include a marked course, free parking included in the race fee, dry-fit t-shirt, finisher medals, race photos, timing, aid station supplies, awards, and a meal provided for racers. Drop bag policy: 50K runners receive two one-gallon bags; 25K runners receive one one-gallon bag. Package pick-up is available early and on race day at the Lake Pavilion / Fort Yargo Visitors Center.
Race rules note that cutting the course is prohibited and all flags must be punched for course credit. Crew access is restricted to within 100 feet of aid stations that allow crew. Trekking poles are allowed. No refunds are issued; entries may be transferred to another racer in the same event up to five days before the event. There will be no race day registrations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.