The Hero Hill Climb

Event Overview

Welcome to the 4th annual Hero Hill Climb! - Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 Memorial Weekend. This is a great event to honor our fallen veterans and bring awareness to the good men & women serving in our military of all branches.

Participation Details

• Event Type: Walk, run or mountain bike...all ages.
• Mission: Starting in front of Camp Merrill Army Ranger Base, you will be given a half-sheet card with the name of a fallen service member (Hero).
• Honoring Heroes: Carry your Hero up the gravel road to the top of the hill to honor their sacrifice.
• Commemoration: Ring the bell in their honor and receive a 12-inch flag to bring back down.

Celebration Activities

Afterwards, join the after-party at "The Overhang," Camp Merrill's on-base bar & grille for great food & beverages, raffle giveaways, and live music. Comfy event t-shirts and challenge coins are available on-site and online.

Accessibility Options

• Physical Fitness: If you are unsure of your ability to walk up the gravel road, UTV/SxS vehicles will transport you.
• Virtual Participation: There is a "virtual category" for those who want to participate from home.

Purpose of the Event

Your contribution raises money to deploy critical support to our Heroes, by fostering community, financial assistance, and long-term wellness programs to combat PTSD and prevent veteran suicide. It is a troubling fact that 22 Veterans a day take their own life. But we can all make a difference to support our Heroes. The proceeds from this event will create resources for both Mission22 and the USMRA.

Get Involved

Help us spread the word by sharing with your friends, participating in the event, and gathering a team. Our Heroes deserve our best!

Sponsorship Opportunities

We also need sponsors and volunteers! If you have a business or an organization that we can promote, your sponsorship will be accepted as a 501(c)3 contribution. Please contact Stephen at the "Race Contact" below. Let's find creative ways to benefit our heroes and promote you at the same time.

Additional Resources

• Race Video: HERO HILL CLIMB VIDEO (click here)
• Photo Gallery: PHOTOS GALLERY Link (credit to Justin Arndt at www.ourlocalheroes.com)

Race Information

Location: 1 Merrill Dr., Dahlonega, GA

URL: Hero Hill Climb Registration