Ward Mountain Scramble Trail Run
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Ward Mountain Scramble Trail Run
This trail running event takes place June 19, 2027 at the Ward Mountain Forest Service Campgrounds, with the start and finish located at the shared parking for Group Site A. A large parking area sits directly across from Group Site A and is a short walk to the start area. Packet pickup is scheduled for June 18 at Desert Mountain Realty, 1060 E. Aultman Street, Ely, NV.
Distances offered:
- Marathon (two laps, 26+ miles)
- 13.3 miles
- 8.5+ miles
- 5.5+ miles
- 2+ miles
Courses run primarily on single track and dirt roads, with rolling terrain, switchbacks, and measurable elevation gain: about 270 ft for the 2+ mile course, 727 ft for the 5.5 mile course, about 1,250 ft for the 8+ mile course, and about 1,850 ft for the 13.3 mile course. The marathon is the 13.3 mile course run twice counter-clockwise. Trails will be marked with flagging, arrow signs, and wrong-way signs; many trails are not signed by name.
Aid and facilities vary by distance: no aid on the 2+ mile, one aid station on the 5.5 mile, two on the 8+ mile, and three on the 13+ and marathon courses (the third is self-serve). There is a porta potty at the Ski Hill aid location and pit toilets at the start/finish and trailhead. Timing uses disposable chips. Entry fees are listed for each distance and online registration closes June 17 at noon; there is no same-day registration.
Dog rules require dogs on leash, under control, one dog per person, no extendable leads over two meters, and owners must clean up after their dogs. Awards and finish items are specified for each distance and every finisher receives a medal and event hat. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
