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The Hero Hill Climb

📅 May 22, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Dahlonega · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (May 23, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

3.1 mi

About

The Hero Hill Climb in Dahlonega honors fallen service members and raises awareness of active-duty military. On May 22, 2027, the Walk/Run (listed at 10K / 6.2 miles) and the mountain bike climb (listed at 5K / 3.1 miles) both start at 8:00 a.m. on a gravel road leading from the Camp Merrill Army Ranger base, with each participant carrying a card bearing the name of a fallen service member.

The event is backed by the 5th Ranger Training Battalion, with commemorative challenge coins and support vehicles for anyone who needs them. After the climb, participants gather at the Camp Merrill bar and grill for food, drinks, a raffle and a concert.

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