About the Run For Rangers Dahlonega
The half marathon is the centerpiece here, run entirely on the forestry service roads that Army Rangers use for training at Camp Merrill. The course winds through the Appalachian Mountains, close to the Appalachian Trail, with two serious climbs that earn their reputation. The shorter distances run through Hancock Park in historic downtown Dahlonega.
The weekend lines up with Veterans Day, so downtown hosts a parade and a full day of live music. After the half marathon, food, beer, wine, and a full menu are available at the on-post club. Parking around Dahlonega is described as plentiful for both race days.
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Run For Rangers Dahlonega 2025 Results
Going by the 2025 results, this is a small, friendly field, with a competitive front end and a big recreational middle.
5K Results · 2025
37finishers
21:01winner
32:02median
47:03cutoff
Top 3: Paul Rose (21:01) · Rodriguez Braiden (25:41) · Allison Miller (25:44)
Half Marathon Results · 2025
35finishers
1:32:58winner
2:50:16median
3:57:52cutoff
Top 3: Malachi Nelson (1:32:58) · Patrick White (1:58:27) · Fraser Knapek (2:11:32)
10K Results · 2025
31finishers
50:39winner
1:11:23median
1:43:57cutoff
Top 3: Chris Lindlief (50:39) · Ray Ludwig (54:27) · Dez White (55:20)
Half Marathon Ranger Challenge Results · 2025
3finishers
2:15:10winner
2:15:25median
2:44:37cutoff
Top 3: Kyle Williams (2:15:10) · Gabriel Lowery (2:15:25) · Carlos Ortega (2:44:37)
The Run For Rangers Dahlonega has been held every year since at least 2020. That is as far back as RunSignup's records for this race go, so it may well be older.
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 25, 2026.
Distances & Start Times
3.1 Miles11/14/2026 08:30$30
6.2 Miles11/14/2026 09:00$36
13.1 Miles11/15/2026 11:30$70
16.2 Miles11/14/2026 10:30$65
19.3 Miles11/14/2026 10:30$65
6.55 Miles11/15/2026 11:30$40
10K Ranger Challenge (ONLY for ARMY RANGERS) 11/14/2026 09:00$25
Half Marathon Ranger Challenge (ONLY for ARMY RANGERS)11/15/2026 11:30$40
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