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Hatcher Romp Run 5K

Name: Hatcher Romp Run 5K
Start: 2026-07-11
End: 2026-07-11
Location: Fishhook

Fishhook, United States • 11 Jul 2026

Hatcher Romp Run 5K

The Hatcher Romp Run 5K is an inaugural running race held on July 11, 2026, at Skeetawk Ski Area in Palmer, Alaska. The event is set within the Hatcher Pass area and guides runners along alpine terrain near 13500 N Skeetawk Cir, Palmer, AK 99645, United States.

The race is co-hosted by Blackwater Railroad Company, Kuuk Water, and Black Wolf Endurance and takes place as part of the Hatcher Romp event. Registration opens May 2, 2026, and closes July 11, 2026. The registration fee is $40.00. All registrants receive a 20% discount code for Hatcher Romp tickets.

Proceeds from registrations and funds raised support local youth running teams and the Noatak Cross Country Running Team. The description of the setting emphasizes the alpine environment of Hatcher Pass and the community support role of the event rather than competitive details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alaska Fishhook

Race information

Registration

3 mi

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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