The Conquer - Dawsonville, GA

The Conquer in Dawsonville, GA, is a challenging backyard ultra trail running event held at Amicalola Falls State Park. Runners complete a rugged 4.1-mile loop featuring the East Ridge trail, Mountain Laurel trail, and the Appalachian Trail Approach with 1,065 feet of elevation gain and 605 steps. Each hour, participants must finish the loop within 60 minutes to continue, carrying a $100 bill throughout the race.

The event continues hourly until only one runner remains, who wins a grand prize of up to $10,000, with a separate division and prize for women to encourage participation. The race offers a unique test of endurance in a scenic, demanding mountain setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.