Hot to Trot

Hot to Trot - July 26, 2026

Yes, it’s hot. Yes, it's humid. Yes, it’s July. But that’s what makes it epic. Go fast, go slow, take a nap, eat a popsicle, then go again. It's not about pace — it's about how many loops you can survive before your shoes melt.

Start Times

Hot to Trot has two options, a 4-hour and an 8-hour, with a staggered start so everyone gets to run at the hottest part of the day.

• 8:00 a.m. - 8-hour
• 10:00 a.m. - 4-hour

Cost

• 8-hour - $65/$85 after June 30
• 4-Hour - $45/$65 after June 30

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NO REFUNDS! NO TRANSFERS!

Course

Boling Park - Canton

The course is an approximately 1 mile loop with a mixture of grass, trail and hard packed dirt. It's a flatter, more level, course with no significant elevation change. It’s chill, it’s fast, and you can rack up the miles.

Awards

There will be awards for the top 3 male and female finishers of each event.

Aid Station

There will be one aid station at the start/finish. It will have water, electrolyte drink, sodas, ice, and the usual ultrarunner fare. Think chips, cookies, candy, pickes, etc. Popsicles and watermelon will probably make an appearance. If you want anything else, bring it. Runners are welcome to set up personal tents around the start/finish.

Weather

As the name implies, you can count on it being HOT (we had a freak cold snap in 2004, but we're pretty sure that won't happen again). Temps are easily in the 90's this time of year in Georgia, with humidity off the scale. Hypo- and hyper-natremia are serious. Runners are expected to use proper hydration and electrolytes to stay alive and healthy. If you do not know how to manage your electrolytes, learn BEFORE this run, not during! The race director reserves the right to pull anyone whom she feels is putting themselves in danger.

About GUTS

Founded in 2004, Georgia Ultrarunning & Trailrunning Society (GUTS) is a non-profit club of fun and adventure-loving runners whose mission is to encourage and promote trail and long-distance running. It’s about connecting communities with positive outdoor experiences where everyone is welcome and encouraged to reach their goals.