Coastal Georgia Greenway 100 and 155 Mile Ultra (CGG 155, CGG 100)

CGG 155 Mile Ultra is now a Badwater 135 Mile Ultra Preferred Qualifying Race!

The CGG 100/155 mile ultra will be retired after the 2024 race. This will be your last opportunity to run this epic race.

The CGG 155 came to fruition in 2015 by a group of Rough Runners from Savannah, Ga. We were fascinated by the aspect of an envisioned long corridor of trails and green space spanning the coast of Georgia from St. Mary’s to Savannah, Ga. The visionary for the Coastal Georgia Greenway is Ms. Jo Claire Hickson. She’s worked hard for the past twenty years trying to bring to fruition her vision of the CGG. The more the CGG is promoted, the greater the impact it will have on it coming to fruition. Every year in March, we hold a race to promote and help bring this dream to reality.
The CGG is comprised of 20% trails and 80% highways. Obviously, we would like the CGG to be all on trails, but currently, we have to deal with highway running mostly. Sadly, after ten years, the CGG still comprises 20% trails and 80% on highways.

What to expect:

Not to shy you away, but be aware that most of this run is on Hwy 17. You may encounter wildlife, stray dogs, and encounter unsafe drivers. It is imperative that you are able to stay alert throughout your journey. You will also encounter some of the most beautiful views that many don’t get the opportunity to take in. Everyone that ran this race seems to leave with quite a story, or life altering experience that you will carry for the rest of your years.

 Race Info:

In 2024, the CGG 155 starts on Friday, October 11 at 5:00 am at the Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park’s amphitheatre. The race ends in Hutchinson Island in Savannah, GA.

CGG 155 Mile Ultra Map and Directions

CGG 100 Mile Ultra Map and Directions

How to import a MapMyRun course into your Garmin: mapmyrunTOgarmin

Time-Limits:

The maximum time frame for the CGG 155 is 60 hours.                                                                                

The maximum time frame for the CGG 100 is 34 hours.         

Both races end at the same location: at the end of Savannah Harbor pkwy at the Ferry Stop between the International Trade Center and the Westin Hotel

For the CGG 155, runners will run through nine towns, fifteen jurisdictions, and six counties.

For the CGG 100, runners will run through six towns, twelve jurisdictions, and four counties.                                

CGG runners may have a pacer after completing fifty miles.

CGG 155 Mile Ultra Mandatory Checkpoints

CGG 100 Mile Ultra Mandatory Checkpoints

Approximate miles between check-in stations:

Chatham County is 31 miles away.
Bryan County, 9.34 miles
Liberty County, 18.28 miles
McIntosh County, 29.44 miles
Glynn County: 26.48 miles.
Camden County, 40.89 miles.

RULES and Instructions

Buckles are only awarded when you complete the registered distance.

Drop downs once the race begins are not allowed from CGG 155 to CGG 100.

All runners will receive a course booklet that you MUST present to the RD or race staff at every mandatory check-in. Make sure you get the booklet stamped prior to continuing on.

At the mandatory check-ins, there will be very basic aid station supplies such as gels, water, electrolytes and some food. Runners are responsible for their own nutrition.

It is MANDATORY that the crew chief or the runner themselves check in every 6 hours during the race. We need the name and phone number of the person that will be notifying us. You will check in with Kerry Dulina 678-416-1933

CGG155 check in times- 5am, 11am, 5pm, 11pm…… CGG100 checkin times 9am, 3pm, 9pm, 3am ……

It is MANDATORY that you have crew for this race. If you do not have crew, you cannot participate.

Crew/Support teams must not obstruct traffic whatsoever. Runners and support teams are expected to respect private property and follow all Georgia traffic laws; failure to do so will cause disqualification.

Littering will not be tolerated. You will be disqualified if you are purposely littering.

All Rough Runners events are cup free. You must bring your own water bottle.

  1. For any life threatening emergency please call 911. Minor injuries, or medical issues can be assessed by Kerry and treated if needed.
  2. If you plan to take a break and leave the course during the duration of the race you must reach a mandatory check-point first. You MUST inform the race staff you will be leaving and what time you plan to return. You must return back to the same check point that you left. 
  3. At any point during the race feel free to contact race personnel if you have any questions/problems/concerns. Kerry Dulina 678-416-1933
  4. If you plan to end your race you ABSOLUTELY MUST notify race personnel before doing so.
  5. Do not obstruct traffic! Your crew must park well off the road when supporting you.
  6. Please be mindful and respectful of private property.
  7. Do not litter.
  8. Run against traffic or on the sidewalk as much as you can.
  9. You must wear a reflective vest and, headlamp or other light device a half hour before dusk and continue to do so until sunrise.
  10. It is encouraged that you carry mace, pepper spray or any other item to protect yourself. 
  11. Take in this experience. Stop and view the coast, even put your feet in. Appreciate all the gifts of the Georgia coast. I’d like to make this mandatory. 
  12. Join the Face Book group for updates and advice. 
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