Kachess Ridge 50
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About the race
Kachess Ridge 50 is a point to point trail event in the Cascade Mountains that offers two main distances and a kids race. The course begins near Lake Kachess and finishes at the Salmon La Sac SnoPark. Runners climb from forest into alpine meadows, follow Kachess Ridge with long ridgeline running, and visit the Thorp Mountain Lookout at about 5853 ft before descending to the finish. The route includes steep and technical trail sections and remote singletrack.
Distances
- 50K 6,500 ft elevation gain
- 50 Miler 12,000 ft elevation gain
- Woodland Speeders Kid’s Race approximately 1 mile with minimal elevation gain
Logistics include a runner shuttle from the Salmon La Sac SnoPark to the start, parking at the finish area, and camping available at the finish. The event is cupless; runners must carry a refillable drinking container. Aid stations supply standard ultra fare and some locations offer hot food; drop bag locations and aid station availability differ by distance. Required gear for the 50K includes a light rain or wind jacket, 2 L water capacity, and downloaded course GPS; the 50 Miler also requires a headlamp. Pacers are not allowed. Crew may meet runners only at designated aid stations. The course takes place on lands historically inhabited by the Wenatchi and Yakama and is run under a special use permit with the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
