Iron Hill

Iron Hill is a rugged natural area in Bartow County, Georgia, known for its challenging terrain and rich iron-mining history. The trails wind through mature hardwood forest with significant elevation change, making it a favorite among serious trail runners.

Name Origin: The name Iron Hill reflects the area's geological history — the hills are rich in iron ore deposits that were actively mined during the Civil War era to supply iron to Confederate foundries.

• 7.5 Mile Long Course
• 3.8 Mile Short Course

• Bartow County was one of the most iron-rich regions in the Confederate South during the Civil War
• The trails feature some of the most technical rocky terrain in the Dirty Spokes series
• Significant elevation gain tests even experienced trail runners
• The Dirty Spokes Iron Hill race often draws the most competitive field of the season