Hellz Bellz Ultra

Hellz Bellz Ultra

Hellz Bellz Ultra is a series of trail races held at Yacolt Recreation Park in Yacolt, Washington on July 5th 2026. The event includes multiple distances and uses regional park trails, single track climbs, and sections through Moulton Falls Regional Park.

Distances offered:

• 50 mile Hellz Bellz Ultra
• 50K Hellz Gate
• Trail Marathon Purgatory (approx 26 miles)

The 50 mile course leaves Yacolt Recreation Park and runs briefly on paved road into Moulton Falls Regional Park, crosses the bridge and follows the Lewis River Trail before climbing Bells Mountain trail. The route passes clear cuts, stream crossings and views of Mount St Helens, then reaches the Yacolt Burn aid station near mile 10 to begin a counterclockwise Tarbell Trail loop of roughly 22 miles before returning to the Bells Mountain descent and finishing at Yacolt Recreation Park.

Aid stations are spaced across the course with distances noted in the event material. Examples include AS0 at Moulton Falls Bridge (mile 2.8, electrolyte and water), AS1 at Yacolt Burn (mile 12, full breakfast and snacks), AS3 at Tarbell (mile 29) and AS5 near Moulton Falls (mile 45.7). Runners are required to carry minimum hydration and may use drop bags at Yacolt Burn for certain races.

The Hellz Gate 50K is new for 2026 and follows a route similar to the Purgatory Marathon with additional miles; it includes extra aid stations and allows drop bags at Yacolt Burn. The Purgatory Marathon is an out and back on Bells Mountain trail with roughly 6,000 feet of ascent and a heavily stocked aid station at the Yacolt Burn trailhead.

Camping at the rec park, a post race meal, and a finisher award are included with registration. Crew access is allowed at designated aid stations; pacers are permitted for the 50 mile race at the Yacolt Burn aid station for the final descent. Participants should follow Leave No Trace practices. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.