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September 11, 2026

Busy Saturday Ahead In Chattooga County And Across Northwest Georgia

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Residents looking for something to do Saturday will have plenty of choices, with several events planned in Chattooga County and neighboring communities on Saturday, September 12.

September 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Registration Ends At Noon Today For Twisted Ankle Trail Race

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Registration ends at noon today for runners planning to take part in the 20th anniversary Twisted Ankle Trail Race at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park in Chattooga County.

The popular trail-running event is set for Saturday, September 12, beginning at 9 AM at the state park, located at 2800 Sloppy Floyd Lake Road near Summerville.

This year’s event offers several distances for runners, including a 5K, 10-mile race and half marathon. Organizers are also marking the race’s 20th anniversary with a special 20-mile “Double the Fun” option.

The Twisted Ankle is known for taking runners away from pavement and onto the trails and rugged terrain surrounding the lakes and mountains at Sloppy Floyd State Park.

Registration ends at noon today, so anyone still planning to participate will need to sign up before the deadline.

Runners can register through UltraSignup, while course information and additional race details are available through the official Twisted Ankle Trail Race website.

The race has become a September tradition at Sloppy Floyd and draws trail runners to Chattooga County from across the region.

August 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

New To Running? Twisted Ankle Trail Race Welcomes Beginners At Sloppy Floyd State Park

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Registration is underway now for the Twisted Ankle Trail Race at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park in Summerville, and organizers are making a special effort to welcome people who are new to trail running — or even new to running altogether.

July 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Twisted Ankle Trail Race Celebrates 20 Years at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park

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Trail runners from across the Southeast are invited to lace up for the 20th annual Twisted Ankle Trail Race at James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park, as the popular event celebrates two decades of racing and giving back to the park.

To mark the milestone, organizers are adding a special 20-mile race for 2026 only, giving participants the chance to make two climbs to Becky’s Bluff. The race lineup also includes a beginner-friendly 5K, a challenging 10-mile, and a half marathon, offering options for runners of all experience levels.

The scenic courses feature a mix of wide trails, single-track sections, Marble Mine, and the iconic climb to Becky’s Bluff, where runners will enjoy a stretch along the Pinhoti Trail before descending. Organizers say the courses include plenty of rocks and roots, providing the technical challenge trail runners have come to expect.

Since its beginning, the Twisted Ankle Trail Race has donated all proceeds to James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park, helping support improvements and preservation efforts.

Additional race information, course maps and registration details are available at twistedanklerace.com.

May 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Twisted Ankle Trail Race Returning to Sloppy Floyd State Park for Special 20th Year Celebration

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One of Northwest Georgia’s most popular trail running events is returning to Summerville this fall with a special milestone celebration.