Kaniksu Trail Runs

Event Overview

The Kaniksu Trail Runs take place in the Lower Selkirk Mountain Range within the Colville National Forest, Washington. The event features a variety of trail races held primarily on single-track paths and mountain terrain. The headquarters and main start and finish area are located at Frater Lake.

Race Categories

The event offers several distances and formats:

• Long Walk 100K: A course consisting of the 50-mile route with an extension south of Granite Peak.
• Kaniksu 50-mile (K50): Includes an 18-mile out-and-back section and a 32-mile loop with 11,100 feet of elevation gain.
• Sweet 50k: A 32-mile lollipop-style course featuring 7,000 feet of elevation gain.
• Tall Trees 29k: An 18-mile out-and-back course with 2,500 feet of vertical gain reaching Granite Peak.
• Granite Grinder 26.2: A marathon distance on single-track trails that includes a climb to the summit of Granite Peak.
• Herman's Half-ish: A point-to-point course starting at Thomas Aid Station and finishing at Frater Lake.
• Emory Corwine Memorial Ruck Race: A relay for teams of 2-5 people carrying weighted packs (35 lbs for males, 25 lbs for females).
• Blister Club: A solo 50-mile ruck event with a 20-hour time limit.
• SERE Beer Mile: A short-distance event involving the consumption of four beverages over four laps.

The 50-mile course is recognized as a qualifier for the Cascade Crest 100. Course conditions include mountain climbs, single-track trails used by hikers, and minimal dirt road sections. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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