Standhope Ultra Challenge
Ketchum, United States • 24-26 Jul 2026
Event overview
The Standhope Ultra Challenge takes place July 24–26, 2026, in the Pioneer Mountains near Ketchum, Idaho. The event offers three trail races at high elevation on remote, technical terrain. There are no early starts for 2026. Aid stations are hiked in and weather can change quickly in the mountains. All finishers receive a handcrafted award. Shuttle service for the 30K and 60K is available but ticket purchases must be completed by July 17. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Distances and course notes
- 100 Mile: over 23,000 feet of climbing, long stretches between aid stations, backcountry route.
- 60K: 37.2 miles with about 9,000 feet of elevation gain, high ridgelines and mountain lakes.
- 30K: covers the second half of the 60K course, over 4,300 feet of climbing, average about 325 feet per mile, typical finish time 4–6 hours.