250 Miles of Southern Soul
The Atlanta to Savannah Adventure Race is an exciting new endurance running event that takes participants on a scenic and challenging journey from Atlanta to Savannah, Georgia—two of the most iconic cities in the state. Spanning over 250 miles, this event is designed for serious runners who want to push their limits while taking in the beauty of Georgia’s diverse landscapes. Runners may sign up as a team of 5 or take on the challenge solo.
Team Start - Friday May 22nd @ 7AM
Solo Start - Wednesday May 20th @ 7AM
Start Location - Perc Coffee East Lake
2380 Hosea L Williams Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30317
Finish Location - Forsyth Park - Savannah
The Rules
This is a self-supported, self-navigated, open-road event - there are no street closures, course markings, or aid-stations along the route. This event requires problem-solving and strategy in addition to physical endurance, working as a team to reach your goal.
Relay teams must have 2 to 5 runners to compete. You may also have alternate runners on standby in the event of illness or injury, however, once your alternate runner joins the race, the original runner cannot return to the team and the alternate must finish the event in their place.
The rules are simple: Each team must make it from Atlanta to Savannah on foot, with additional side-quests along the way. Each team must have at least one person moving on foot, covering the entire distance from start to finish. Runners may alternate as often as desired and in any order desired, assuming there is a safe and legal transition point to do so. Vehicles should never park on private property, block roadways, tail runners at a slow speed, or do anything to attract negative attention to the event.
The first team to reach Forsyth Park will be crowned champions.
The Route:
Starting in the heart of East Lake, runners will traverse through the vibrant streets of Atlanta, passing iconic landmarks and leaving the city life behind. As they make their way south, route meanders through charming small towns, sprawling forests, and peaceful farmlands before hitting the serene coastline near Savannah. Along the way, participants will experience the gradual transition from the hustle and bustle of city life to the tranquil, moss-draped charm of the Low Country.
Atlanta to Monticello (Leg 1): The first leg is a challenging urban and rural mix, featuring rolling hills and long stretches of greenway, using the Rockdale River Trail, Arabia Mountain Path, and South River Trail.
Monticello to Milledgeville (Leg 2): A mid-race section that dips into Georgia’s agricultural heartland, offering quiet roads and stunning views of fields and forests.
Milledgeville to Metter (Leg 3): A fast-paced leg with straightaways and slightly flatter terrain, perfect for maintaining pace.
Metter to Savannah (Leg 4): The final stretch takes runners through picturesque rural landscapes before entering Savannah, with the finish crossing over cobblestone streets, and ending with the final sprint through historic Forsyth Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The suggested route will be similar to the course followed by Team Summit in 2025. The first 30 miles or so will have sidewalks or greenway to follow. After that you'll spend most of the journey following the shoulder of quiet country roads, passing through small towns with the occasional sidewalks, and through residential areas and farmland.
Your team will be provided with key checkpoints you'll be expected to reach - it will be up to each team to strategize their own route and transition zones, prioritizing safety and following local laws at all times.
This is a self-supported, self-navigated, open-road event - there are no street closures, course markings, or aid-stations along the route.
There will be plenty of opportunities for food, water, restrooms, and fuel along the way. The Guidebook will offer suggestions on where you may want to stop, including 24HR options. We offer a range of solutions designed to meet your needs—whether you're just getting started or scaling something bigger. Everything is tailored to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. -
Teams of up to 5 runners will race from Atlanta to Savannah. Each team must have at least one person moving on foot, covering the entire distance from start to finish. Runners may alternate as often as desired and in any order desired, assuming there is a safe and legal transition point to do so.
Each runner will cover roughly 50 miles each over the duration of the event. The mileage will be broken up into short segments at a time.Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way. -
This event requires problem-solving and strategy in addition to physical endurance, working as a team to reach your goal. Despite covering roughly 50 miles per runner during the event, many find that running short segments at a time is much easier than expected. The difficulty comes from managing recovery between each run segment and cumulative fatigue. Cooling strategies should be implented during the heat of the day and proper fueling and hydration are key to your success. Runners should be comfortable running through the night as well.
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A Guidebook containing route information, relay checkpoints, side-quests, and other information will be provided to each team in physical and digital formats. GPX files and Strava routes will be offered outlining our suggested course for 2026.
Our crew will be at key checkpoints and along the route providing media coverage of your teams and cheering runners on. Photographers will be capturing photos whenever and wherever possible to share with you during and after the event.
All runners and registered crew will earn a commemorative ATL--->SAV tee along with a custom finisher medal.
Each Relay Team will receive an Adventure Kit containing the following:
The Guidebook
Perc Coffee
2x bags of HyperLyte
Nutrition discounts from The Fooster to fuel your team
5 gallons of water
Disposable camera
Safety vests
Various nutrition samples from our partners
And more!
Summit will host an awards ceremony at Perc Coffee Savannah Sunday morning, along with an after-party dinner Sunday afternoon for those staying in Savannah Sunday.
We are continually working on additional partnerships and swag to offer as well!You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
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Each team will be asked to continuosly share the location of their team vehicle during the event, via Google or Apple. In addition, we will invite all teams to a group messaging platform and ask that you share your status along the route, specifically at checkpoints. We will use race-timing software to update team progress live, while estimating pace and arrival times at checkpoints and the finish.
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Participants are responsible for providing their own transportation and accommodations. Teams may find it useful to rent a passenger van or large SUV for their journey, although it's not required. Some teams may opt for multiple vehicles, allowing one vehicle to scout ahead or secure supplies, while the other stays behind with the active runners.
RV's are discouraged due to their size.
If you are booking overnight accommodations in Savannah, we recommend looking east/southeast of Forsyth park and paying attention to parking details if booking a hotel or Airbnb, as many require street parking or paid garages if downtown. -
We expect teams to maintain an average pace below a 14:00 minute mile (collective team pace), in order to arrive in Savannah by 5PM on Sunday, a total of 58 hours running. If your team is not able to maintain this pace by night-fall on Saturday evening, we may ask that you discontinue the race for your safety. You may still complete the drive to Savannah if desired.
If you expect to move slower, you may still participate! Simply request an earlier start time and we will do our best to accommodate. Note: this would exclude your team from winning overall should you happen to arrive in Savannah first. -
Teams - $250 for the first 5 teams to register. Only the team captain needs to register to secure your teams spot. You may continue to add members once registered.
- After the first 5 teams have registered the cost will be $450 per team.
- There is NO cost for crew-members, drivers, alternates, etc.
Solo Runners - $150 - There is no cost for support crew.
The Course
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