Event Overview

The Run Above the Clouds offers 10K and 5K road races over a beautifully scenic, challenging out-and-back course through the North Georgia mountains. At 2800 feet, The Run Above the Clouds is Georgia’s highest (and perhaps most scenic) 10K, featuring “the Cooper Gap Climb,” a 230-foot elevation change over a one-mile stretch. The Run Above the Clouds is a benefit for the students of Woody Gap School, the smallest and only K-12 public school in Georgia. Every year The Run Above the Clouds awards scholarships to graduating seniors and to postgraduates of Woody Gap School to encourage them to continue their education. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your race entry includes a tri-blend t-shirt as long as you are registered by April 9.

Course Description & Map

Our start/finish for both the 10k and 5k is in the parking lot across from the Suches Community Center on Hwy. 60 in Suches, Georgia (15 miles north of Dahlonega in the beautiful Suches Valley). The course goes by Woody Lake on Highway 60, then turns onto Cooper Gap Road. The turnaround for the 10K is in the small community of Mt. Airy. Turnarounds will be clearly marked. There will be one water station set up at the 5k turnaround point.

Schedule

10K Run: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
5K Run: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
1 Mile Fun Run: 9:10 AM - 11:00 AM

Registration & Pricing

10K Run: $40
5K Run: $40
1 Mile Fun Run: $15
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk with a T-shirt: $30

Packet Pickup Details

Packet pickup details will be provided closer to the event date.

What to Bring

Participants are encouraged to bring their own water bottles and any personal items needed for the race.

Race Day Info

Race day is April 19, 2025. Please arrive early to allow time for parking and check-in.

Awards & Categories

Awards will be given to the top finishers in each category.

Parking & Transportation

Parking is available at the Suches Community Center.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director.

Cancellation Policy

In the event of cancellation, participants will be notified via email.