Mt. Hood Trail Runs

Event overview

The Mt Hood Trail Runs take place July 11–12 and offer three trail distances:

• 50 mile : most of the course runs on the Pacific Crest Trail.
• 50K : much of this distance also uses the Pacific Crest Trail.
• 25K : a loop around Clackamas and Timothy Lakes on single-track and double-track trails.

The start and finish are at the Clackamas Lake Historic Ranger Station near Timothy Lake, approximately 20 miles south of Mt. Hood. The event is held on National Forest trails where horses may be encountered.

Logistics and race services

Registration opens January 3 and the races have tiered entry fees that change by date. There is no lottery; wait lists open when distances fill. Transfers are not allowed and there are no refunds; cancellations more than 30 days before the race receive a 50% credit toward a future race.

Parking is allowed off road on portions of Forest Service Road 42 with posted signs and volunteer direction; parking restrictions apply near the Pacific Crest Trailhead and from the event entrance to Joe Graham Campground. Timothy Lake area offers camping, with more than 150 campsites in nearby campgrounds; no camping is allowed at the Clackamas Lake Guard Station Compound. Post-race food is provided for racers and volunteers, and all finishers receive a Mt Hood Trail Runs pint glass. Age group and top-three awards are given. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.