Standhope Ultra Challenge

Ketchum, United States • 25-26 Jul 2026

Standhope Ultra Challenge

Standhope Ultra Challenge is a trail running event set in the Pioneer Mountain range of Central Idaho. The event is billed as Idaho's highest trail race and uses the tagline "The Higher I Get, The Higher I Get" alongside "14 Years of Sore Quads & Calves." The terrain is described as rugged, with substantial climbs and long downhill sections.

The event offers multiple race distances and a volunteer program so people can assist instead of racing.

  • 100 mile ultramarathon distance
  • 60K trail race
  • 30K trail race

The event spans two days on July 25th and 26th. A participant review highlighted scenic views, challenging climbs and extended downhill miles. The race program includes a race-week schedule and lists sponsors and volunteer opportunities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 mi
100 Mile
60 km
60k
30 km
30k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

A fall trail event at Oregon Gulch near Ketchum, Idaho offering a Half Marathon and a 55 km ultra on forested single-track routes with significant elevation gain, aid stations, staggered starts, and free race photos.

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