Cloudland Canyon 50
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Event
The Cloudland Canyon Trail Races take place December 5-6, 2026 at Cloudland Canyon State Park, 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd, Rising Fawn, GA. Distances offered:
- 50 Mile
- 50K
- 25K
- 5 Miler
The event contributes money to Cloudland Canyon State Park / Friends of Cloudland Canyon State Park. All registered runners receive a pint glass and a beanie or hat. Runners in the 50 Mile, 50K and 25K receive a finisher medal.
Course and cutoffs
Courses use loop and lollipop formats. The 50K is a single 14-loop plus a lollipop; the 50 Mile adds another lollipop to the 50K course; the 25K is a shorter version of the same terrain. Terrain is mainly rolling hills with some climbs of about 200-500 ft and a plunge down to the canyon bottom and back. Approximate elevation gain by distance: 50 Mile - 7500 ft; 50K - 4500 ft; 25K - 2900 ft; 5 Miler - 500 ft. Cutoff times: 50 Mile - 15.5 hours; 50K - 11 hours; 25K - 5.5 hours; 5 Miler - 1.5 hours.
Registration and policies
Registration closes December 4, 2026. To be guaranteed swag and medal, registration must be completed by November 1. Refund policy: outside 90 days before the event a 50% credit toward another Run Bum race is offered minus fees; credits must be used within one year. Within 90 days there are no refunds, transfers or deferments. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
