Frequently asked questions.
Snake FAQs - 2027
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What does the Snake registration cost?
The Snake Creek Gap Time Trial Series is a Mountain Bike time trial on the challenging Pinhoti Trail south of Dalton, GA. NWGA SORBA began “The Snake” in 2005 and 2027 will be the 23rd consecutive year! Details of the event are as follows:
Date for 2027: March 20, 2027
100K (62 Miles), 50K (32 Miles), and 25K (16 Miles) distances
Fee schedule:
Money 100K Class- $185
Non-Money 100 K Class- $150 November 2, 2026-January 31, 2027
Non Money 100 K Class- $165 February 1, 2027-March 19, 2027
50K Class – $100 – November 2, 2026 – January 31, 2027
50K Class – $125 – February 1, 2027 – March 19, 2027
50K Relay – $175 – November 2, 2026 – January 31, 2027
50K Relay - $200- February 1, 2027-March 19, 2027
25K – $85 November 2, 2026-January 31, 2027
25K - $100 - February 1, 2027-March 19, 2027
Juniors ( All distances) – $75.00
Is there race day registration?
No race day registration is available. However, you can register on-site Friday evening March 19 , before the race from 4:00PM to 7:00PM. This registration is only available at the Snake Pit at the Dalton Convention Center.
2211 Tony Ingle Parkway
Dalton, Ga 30720
What is my race age?
This is how old you will be on December 31, 2027.
(Note: This is a point-to-point race. Shuttles are provided from the Trade Center to the Starting Locations)
Where does the race start for the 16 Miler/25K.
The 16 Miler starts at the Pinhoti Trailhead at Snake Creek Gap off GA Route 136.
Race check-in is also here starting at 9:30 AM on race day for the 16 mile race. The Start Time for the 16 Miler will be at 10:00 AM.
Snake Creek Gap
17870 Hwy 136
LaFayette, GA 30728
Where does the race start for the 32 Miler/50 K?
The 32 Miler starts at the Dry Creek Parking Lot, which is off of Forest Service Road 226. Turn on FS 226 and follow the signs to the Dry Creek Trailhead, which is a large horse trailer parking lot. PLEASE follow the flow of the signs shown below. These roads are very narrow and there are several blind spots making the roads not suitable for oncoming or two way traffic. One way in and a different way out.
Race check-in is also here starting at 8AM on race day for the 32 mile race.
The Start Time for the 32 Miler will be at 9AM and end at 9:30 AM.
Dry Creek Trailhead / Forest Service Road 226
3086 E Armuchee Rd
Summerville, GA 30728
Where does the race start for the 62 miler/100K?
The race starts at the Highpoint Trailhead to the Pinhoti off Hwy 100 out of Summerville, GA. Race check in begins at 7:00AM and the race timing begins at 8:00 AM and ends at 8:30 AM.
Summerville, GA 30747
What are the cut off times for the race?
The cutoff time for the 100K (62 mile) racers is to reach Snake Creek Gap by 3:00PM and Middle Mtn Sag by 4:30PM.
The cutoff time for all 50K (32 mile) racers is to reach Snake Creek Gap parking lot by 1:00 PM.
The cutoff time for all 50K (32 mile) racers is to then reach Middle Mountain Sag by 3:00 PM.
Where is race check-in?
Racers will check-in at the Snake Pit which is the lower gravel parking lot at the NWGA Trade and Convention Center (Snake Finish, Friday Night Registration / check-in from 4:00 PM to 7:00PM.
If you cannot check in the night before the race, you can check in the morning of the race at the respective starting positions. ( Refer to the above for times of check in for each distance.)
Where are the sag positions along the race course.
Mack White Gap at Hwy 27: Water only
The Narrows/Picnic Road at mile 18 for 100 K: Water and food
East Armuchee Creek Crossing: Water and food
Snake Creek Gap: Water and food. This is a sag bag drop off spot.
Middle Mtn: Water and food.
*** You may drop a sag bag with registration personnel at the start of the race for either the Snake Creek Gap sag or the end of the race. Please limit the size of these bags!
How do I qualify for a Snake Belt Buckle?
Complete the 100K course within the cut off time.
Complete the 50K course 3 times with the cutoff limits. It does not have to be consecutive years.
Award medallions will be given for all racers that complete the 25K and 50K courses. Trophies will be awarded to respective category winners.
What is the payout for Money Class?
In honor of the inaugural 100K event, the money class payouts are doubled from the previous years!!
The Money Class is offered only for the 100 K distance. Money Class payout is 3 deep. Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd fastest time for the entire series. 1st will receive $1000 , 2nd will receive $700, 3rd Place will receive $400 .
What time will the awards be announced?
25 K Awards - 2:30 PM
50 K Awards - 3:00 PM
100 K Awards - 4:30 PM
Are you providing shuttles to the start locations?
The First Student buses are allowing two riders per seat on the bus. If you would like to use the shuttle, you need to pay $20 to ride the bus for the 25K, 50K, and 100K. YOU NEED TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT ON THE BUS BY Jan 31, 2027. RESERVE by checking the appropriate category on BikeReg when you register for the race. Wristbands will be given at Friday night check-in to those who paid their fee. If you can not check-in Friday night to get your wristband, you will need to contact us for alternate arrangements.
There will be 80 spaces available for the early morning shuttles for bikes and riders from the SNAKE PIT @ The Dalton Convention Center to the start location of each race. We will not be officially shuttling riders back to the starting point after finishing the race. Please make your own arrangements for picking up your vehicle if self shuttling. Bus riders will need to pay the bus fee mentioned.
For the 100K: Loading of trailers and buses at the Trade and Convention center parking lot begins at 5:30 AM and ends at 6:30 AM. The bus will leave at 6:30 AM.
For the 50K: Loading of trailers and buses at the Trade and Convention center parking lot begins at 6:30 AM and ends at 7:30 AM. The bus will leave at 7:30 AM.
For the 25K: Loading of trailers and buses at the Trade and Convention center parking lot begins at 8:30am. The last shuttle will leave for the SNAKE CREEK GAP parking lot at 9:00am.
Can I send a proxy for check-in and pick up my swag gift?
No, we need the actual participant to sign the waiver. If you sign up the morning of the race, you will need to pick up your swag gift at the food tent after the race.
Where can I find information on the race routes?
What's the link to the Snake Facebook group? The Snake FB Group
Where can I find past race results? Snake Results Archive
What are the addresses of Trade Center and Start Locations?
Dalton Convention Center
2211 Dug Gap Battle Rd
Dalton, GA 30720
Snake Creek Gap
17870 Hwy 136
LaFayette, GA 30728
Dry Creek entrance
3086 E Armuchee Rd
Summerville, GA 30728
Summerville, Ga 30747