Devil's Gulch
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Devil's Gulch
Devil's Gulch is a trail running event held at Mission Ridge Ski Area in the eastern Cascades, through Ponderosa pine forests with broad views of the Cascades, including the Enchantment Plateau and nearby volcanoes. The route passes distinctive geology such as gulches and rock hoodoos and alternates between rocky, steep, technical single track and smoother flowing trails.
Race distances:
- Half-marathon - 2,500 ft elevation gain
- 50 Miler - 11,000 ft elevation gain
- 100 Miler - 20,000 ft elevation gain
All courses begin with a forest climb from the resort base area. The Half backs down to the Mission Creek Trail to return to the finish. The 50 Miler and 100 Miler climb toward Mission Peak and traverse Tronson Ridge and Mt. Lillian; the 100 Miler includes an additional technical lollipop section near Blewett Pass and remote single track around Horse Lake Mountain and Number 2 Canyon.
Aid stations are placed throughout the courses and provide volunteers, food, and hydration; some aid points are water only. The event is cupless and requires runners to carry a refillable container. Required gear for the 50 Miler includes a headlamp, at least 2L water-carrying capacity, a filter flask for emergencies, and course GPS loaded on a device. The 100 Miler requires additional cold-weather gear and extra headlamp batteries. Pacers are allowed for the 100 Miler and entrants must have previously completed a 50 Miler to enter the 100 Miler. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.