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Goat Cliff Road Race 2027

calendar_today 04 Sep, 2027

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Goat Cliff Road Race 2027

About the Event

The Goat Cliff Road Race is a thrilling one-mile challenge on a paved road that begins on Acorn Creek Road, nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Burton in Clayton, Georgia. This race features a challenging 500-foot climb in elevation up the famous Sonya Road, making it perfect for runners seeking both a physical and visual treat. Participants will be rewarded with breathtaking views of Lake Burton, renowned for its serene beauty, million dollar homes and crystal-clear waters. Not to mention the stunning North Georgia Mountains views.

Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a nature enthusiast, the Goat Cliff Road Race promises an unforgettable experience amid the splendor of the mountains. 

ALL PROCEEDS ARE DONATED TO THE LOCAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT!! THANK YOU FOR ANY SIGNUPS AND DONATIONS! 

Finisher T-Shirt included 

Medals will be awarded to the top finishers in SEVEN divisions:

*Men’s Division 

*Women’s Division

*Kid’s Division UPDATE

Due to the high number of youth registrations, we’re thrilled to announce three separate Kid’s Divisions, each with its own medal opportunities:

•Little Kids – 8 & under (The Little Goats)

•Growing Kids – Ages 9 & 10  (The Young Billies)

•Big Kids – Ages 11–13  (The Mountain Goats)

*Also New this year: For those 60 and older we have a senior division (The Silver Goats)

Note: Goat Cliff is a private road and community normally not open to the public. Join us for this exclusive event as the gates open for this epic challenge

Sign up today as space is limited because parking is limited. You will be provided with parking instructions closer to race day. 

Races Offered

Goat Cliff Road Race 2027

Sep 04, 2027

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Distance — 1.6K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$22.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Clayton.

thermostat Temperature
18.3° / 28.1°
wb_sunny Feels like
18.7° / 28.6°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
10h 17m
water_drop Avg rainfall
3.3 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
—
air Avg wind speed
9.0 km/h (Light breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
High
terrain Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
sunny Max UV Index
Moderate (5.0)
humidity_mid Humidity
72.3%
wb_twilight Sunrise
07:20
nightlight Sunset
19:42

About Clayton

Learn more about the host city, Clayton.

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Clayton is a city in the very north-east corner of Georgia. It is the county seat of Rabun County. It is home to about 2,000 people (census, 1 April 2020)

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