Run for Rangers

Run For Rangers Dahlonega - November 14 to 15, 2026

Run For Rangers Dahlonega is a weekend running event held in Dahlonega, GA, with activities at Hancock Park and Camp Merrill. The program includes multiple race distances and special divisions for Army Rangers.

The event features timed races with age and gender categories and awards for first to third place in each category. Awards structure includes age-group prizes and overall and masters recognitions; top overall male and female finishers receive a custom crafted Ranger plaque. Pre-registration is strongly requested and walk-up registrants may not be guaranteed an event T-shirt.

Most of the half marathon course runs off-pavement on forestry and service roads near the Appalachian Trail and starts and finishes on the airfield at Camp Merrill. The half marathon course passes through mountain terrain and includes two notable hills. Parking is described as abundant. Food and beverage will be available at the on-post service club after the half marathon, including beer and wine. Weekend downtown festivities on Veterans Day weekend include a Veterans Day parade, a kids play area, and a music festival in the park.

Event distances and divisions include: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• 5K
• 10K
• Half Marathon
• Mountain Challenge: 5K or 10K plus Half Marathon
• Ranger Challenge Relay Half Marathon two-person teams only for Army Rangers
• 10K Ranger Challenge only for Army Rangers
• Half Marathon Ranger Challenge only for Army Rangers

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