Ward Mountain Scramble Trail Run
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Ward Mountain Scramble Trail Run
The Ward Mountain Scramble Trail Run takes place at Ward Mountain Forest Service Campgrounds near Group Site A. The event offers multiple single-track loop distances that start and finish at the shared parking area. Package pickup occurs the day before at Desert Mountain Realty, 1060 E. Aultman Street, Ely, NV. Online registration closes June 17 at noon; there is no same-day registration.
Courses follow dirt roads and named and unnamed trails with flagging, arrow signs, and wrong-way signs where needed. Terrain includes gentle uphills, rolling sections, switchbacks, and exposed dirt roads. Elevation gains reported for course options include about 270 ft for the shortest loop, about 727 ft for the 5.5 mile option, about 1,250 ft for the 8+ mile route, and about 1,850 ft for the 13.3 mile course. The full marathon uses the 13.3 mile loop run twice counter-clockwise.
Distances offered:
- 2+ miles single-track loop, about 270 ft elevation gain
- 5.5+ miles mixed single-track and dirt road, about 727 ft gain
- 8.5+ miles extended loop with aid station, about 1,250 ft gain
- 13.3 miles longer mountain loop, about 1,850 ft gain
- Marathon (26+ miles) two laps of the 13.3 mile course
Aid stations, toilets, timing, awards, and dog rules are provided as noted in the event details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
