Rainbow Ridge 50k

Rainbow Ridge 20k and 50k - Rainbow, OR

This event offers two trail distances in Rainbow, Oregon: a 20K and a 50K.

• 20K
• 50K

The 20K starts from the upper McKenzie community center and includes a 2,600 foot climb to the Kings Castle summit with views of the McKenzie River valley and Cascade peaks. The return is primarily downhill.

The 50K uses a shuttle to the Olallie North trailhead and begins with about six miles of sustained climbing, including a 3,400 foot gain early in the course. Key summits include Horsepasture Mountain (5,675 ft), Macduff Mountain (5,060 ft), and Kings Castle. The route features long unsupported stretches, technical sections, a steep final descent of about 2,700 feet over the last six miles, and an exposed rocky scramble near the summit before a finish through a covered bridge into the community center.

Aid stations are placed at multiple mile points. Notable stations and cutoffs for the 50K: Aid 1 and 2 Horsepasture mountain TH mile 4.6 and 7.14; Aid 3 Forest Rd 411 mile 14.3; Aid 4 O'Leary/Castle Rock TH mile 17.3 cutoff 2pm; Aid 5 East Fork TH mile 19.8; Aid 6 O'Leary/Castle Rock TH mile 22.3 cutoff 3:30pm; Aid 7 Rd 480/Kings Castle mile 28.5; finish mile 32.4 cutoff 6pm.

Logistics and services: 50K runners may have one drop bag delivered to O'Leary/Castle Rock aid station at mile 18.3 and mile 24. Two shuttles run to the 50K start and the ride takes about 15-18 minutes; Olallie North trailhead will have a portapotty, snacks, and a fire. Post-race food includes pulled pork sandwiches, soup, beer, and other items inside the community center.

Swag and pickup: runner apparel and gear are available through an add-on shop. Packet pickup is Wednesday October 7 at Salvation Nutrition, 2001 Franklin Blvd Suite 5, Eugene, OR from 4-7pm. Race day packet pickup and check in will be at the community center with specified windows for each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.