The Conquer - Dawsonville, GA
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Event overview
The Conquer is a Backyard Ultra held at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia on December 6, 2025. The event uses a looped trail that starts at the top of the falls, follows the East Ridge trail down to the lower parking area, picks up the Mountain Laurel trail, and returns via the AT Approach with 605 steps back to the top of the falls. The grand prize structure was revised for 2025 so prize money is allocated by sex based on how many of the same sex register; the event also advertises a $10,000 grand prize for the final finisher.
Race format and rules
The race runs in hourly loops. Each runner must complete the designated loop within one hour and be in the starting corral at the top of each hour to begin the next loop. All runners are given a $100 bill to carry during the race; if a runner drops out they surrender that bill and it is placed for the eventual overall winner to claim. No pacers are allowed, support crews may assist at the finish area, and the course is fully marked. Runners receive a 10x10 spot or table area, free park admission and parking, timing services, snacks and water, free photos, and a custom DNW medal if they are not the final winner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
