Rainbow Ridge 50k
Rainbow, United States • 11 Oct 2025
The Rainbow Ridge 50k and 20k races take place near Rainbow, Oregon, offering challenging and scenic trail runs. The 20k starts at the Upper McKenzie Community Center, featuring a 2,600-foot climb to Kings Castle summit with stunning views of the McKenzie River valley and Cascade peaks, followed by a fast downhill finish. The 50k begins after a shuttle to Olallie North trailhead, ascending Horse Pasture Mountain for panoramic views of the Three Sisters wilderness. Runners traverse ridgeline trails, descend to O’Leary/Castle Rock trailhead, then climb again to Kings Castle before a six-mile downhill single-track finish through lush mossy forest. The 50k includes about 7,000 feet of elevation gain, promising an epic Pacific Northwest adventure. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.