Run For Rangers

Race Overview

5K – Saturday, November 14, 2026 9:15 a.m.

• Event Type: This is a timed event with several age/gender categories.
• Awards: Awards will be made for 1st to 3rd places, in each category.
• Festivities: Surrounding activities include the annual Veterans Day Parade, kids play area, and an all-day music festival with food and beverage, including wine and beer.
• Parking: Parking is abundant in Dahlonega, and all safety precautions will be taken.

10K Details

10K – Saturday, November 14, 2026 9:00 a.m.

• Event Type: This is a timed event with several age/gender categories.
• Awards: Awards will be made for 1st to 3rd places, in each category.
• Festivities: Includes the annual Veterans Day Parade, kids play area, and an all-day music festival with food and beverage, including wine and beer.
• Parking: Parking is abundant, and all safety precautions will be taken.

Half Marathon (Mountain Marathon)

Half Marathon (Mountain Marathon) Sunday, November 15, 2026 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

• Course: Uses the same forestry roads the US Rangers train on, tough but suitable for runners capable of covering 13.1 miles.
• Location: Starts and finishes on the airfield at Camp Merrill, with most of the course off-pavement on service roads near the Appalachian Trail.
• Challenge: Features two grueling hills where America’s best soldiers are trained.
• Post-Race: Food and beverage available at The Overhang, including beer, wine, and a full menu.

Mountain Challenge

Mountain Challenge - 5K OR 10K Plus Half Marathon

• Sign Up: Choose to participate in either the 5K or 10K on Saturday, November 14th.
• Half Marathon: Additionally run the half marathon on Sunday, November 15th at Camp Merrill at 11:30 a.m. for an extra challenge.

Half Marathon Ranger Challenge Relay

Half Marathon Ranger Challenge Relay - 2 Person Teams (ONLY for ARMY RANGERS)

• Eligibility: Active duty or retired Army Rangers compete in teams.
• Format: Teams participate as a Half Marathon relay with an exchange point approximately halfway.

10K Ranger Challenge

10K Ranger Challenge (ONLY for ARMY RANGERS)

• Division: This competition is exclusively for Army Rangers competing one-on-one against other Rangers.

Half Marathon Ranger Challenge

Half Marathon Ranger Challenge (ONLY FOR ARMY RANGERS)

• Division: Competitive division exclusively for Army Rangers competing one-on-one against other Rangers.

Event Details

• Saturday, November 14: Race Day Registration for 5K and 10K from 07:30-08:45 a.m. at Hancock Park.
• Race Start Times: 10K at 9:00 a.m. and 5K at 9:15 a.m.
• Sunday, November 15: Race Day Registration for Half Marathon from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at Camp Merrill.
• Race Start Time: Half Marathon from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Awards

• 5K Awards: Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female and Age Groups 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place starting at 10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up.
• 10K and Half Marathon Awards: Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female and Age Groups 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place starting at 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up.
• Recognition: Top overall male/female per category are recognized with a Custom Crafted Ranger Plaque.
• Shirts: Additional purchase available for long sleeve t-shirts and hoodies!

For further information and to register, please visit this link, or just buy a shirt and support our Ranger Vets.