Beast Of Big Creek

Hoodsport, United States • 2-3 Aug 2025

The Beast of Big Creek is a challenging mountain trail running event held at Big Creek Campground near Hoodsport on the Olympic Peninsula, Washington. Featuring three race options, it includes a 22K Skyrace to the summit of Mount Ellinor with over 5,300 feet of elevation gain, an 8K Forest Loop through old-growth forest with 1,200 feet of vertical climb, and a new Double Beast combining both races over two days. The event offers a festive atmosphere with aid stations, a finish line party, camping, and the Trail Running Film Festival. It is an International Skyrunning Federation certified race and part of the Vert Running Series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

30 km
2000 m+
Double Beast 22k + 8k
22 km
1600 m+
Skyrace 22k / 14m
8 km
365 m+
Forest Loop 8k / 5m
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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