Take a journey through the unspoiled wilderness of North Georgia at the Rabun Half Marathon, an 11.5ish mile trail race that immerses you in the landscapes of the region. It was originally conceptualized by “The Run Bum” in 2013 as a preview for the Sky to Summit 50 and has been overseen by Susan Burkley since 2016. This scenic course showcases the natural beauty of the area by combining single tracks, footbridges, and cascading waterfalls. The trail climbs up USFS 7 (Hale Ridge Rd) for approximately 2 miles. It then turns onto the Bartram Trail, where runners cover 4.2 miles of pristine single track. Next, it takes runners up to the summit of Rabun Bald, Georgia’s second-highest point. Take in the panoramic views that unfold across three states as a reward for the challenging ascent.
Rabun Half Marathon
June 2, 2024
Sky Valley
Trail
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Forested
High: 74°
/ Low: 51°
The course then descends about 2200 ft over 2.8 miles. It guides runners past two enchanting waterfalls, Holcomb Creek Falls and Ammons Falls. There’s an optional third waterfall on the route. The final stretch includes another climb up USFS 7 (Hale Ridge Rd) for about 2 miles before joining the Holcomb Creek Trail and leading participants to the finish line.
Overview
Take a journey through the unspoiled wilderness of North Georgia at the Rabun Half Marathon, an 11.5ish mile trail race that immerses you in the landscapes of the region. It was originally conceptualized by “The Run Bum” in 2013 as a preview for the Sky to Summit 50 and has been overseen by Susan Burkley since 2016. This scenic course showcases the natural beauty of the area by combining single tracks, footbridges, and cascading waterfalls. The trail climbs up USFS 7 (Hale Ridge Rd) for approximately 2 miles. It then turns onto the Bartram Trail, where runners cover 4.2 miles of pristine single track. Next, it takes runners up to the summit of Rabun Bald, Georgia’s second-highest point. Take in the panoramic views that unfold across three states as a reward for the challenging ascent.
Course Description
The course then descends about 2200 ft over 2.8 miles. It guides runners past two enchanting waterfalls, Holcomb Creek Falls and Ammons Falls. There’s an optional third waterfall on the route. The final stretch includes another climb up USFS 7 (Hale Ridge Rd) for about 2 miles before joining the Holcomb Creek Trail and leading participants to the finish line.
