Juneau Ridge Race

Juneau Ridge Race - June 28, 2026

The Juneau Ridge Race is a mountain trail event of approximately 15 miles held in Juneau, Alaska. The course starts and finishes in Cope Park, passes briefly through town, then follows Basin Road onto Perserverance Trail. Runners ascend to the summit of Mt. Juneau at about mile 4.9, gaining roughly 3,500 feet to the summit, then traverse the Juneau Ridge for about three miles before descending into Granite Basin and rejoining Perserverance Trail. The final four miles return toward Cope Park via The Flume. Total elevation gain is approximately 5,000 feet. Finish times commonly range from about 2 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours.

There are three checkpoints on course; these are not full aid stations and will carry very limited food and water when nearby groundwater is available. Racers are expected to carry all supplies they anticipate needing. A basic mandatory kit includes a wind and water resistant jacket, a long sleeve shirt, an emergency space blanket or bivy, a beanie or ear covering, gloves, water, and food. In inclement weather additional requirements may be announced or the race may be postponed. A summit time limit of 2 hours 30 minutes is enforced; participants who do not meet the limit will be removed from the race.

Registration closes June 21, 2026; the race is currently filled and a waitlist is open. Registered entrants may receive refunds for entry fees and preordered merchandise if they withdraw by the end of June 21, 2026. Post race activities in Cope Park include food with wood fired pizza and awards later in the afternoon. Participation is restricted to ages 18 and over; 16 and 17 year olds may petition for entry. The event is USATF sanctioned and is part of the Alaska Mountain Running Grand Prix series. Sponsors include Foggy Mountain Shop. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.