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The Freedom 50

Name: The Freedom 50
Start: 2025-05-24
End: 2025-05-24
Location: Buckley

Buckley, United States • 24 May 2025

The Freedom 50 is an ultramarathon event taking place in Puyallup, WA, featuring a scenic 50-mile course primarily on paved trails. Participants can challenge themselves while enjoying views of rivers, waterfalls, and unique bridges along the route from Puyallup to Buckley and back. The course is relatively flat, making it suitable for both first-time ultramarathoners and those aiming for personal records. Runners will receive a finisher medal, and top competitors will earn the opportunity to defend their titles in the following year. The event emphasizes camaraderie and the spirit of freedom through running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Washington Buckley

Race information

Website Registration

50 mi

50 Miler

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Seahurst Scramble Trail Run

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Dash Point Trail Run

Tacoma - 20 mi from Buckley

0 km

10 km

13 mi

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Saturday Mar 22

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5 km

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Saturday Apr 12

Loop the Lookout Trail Run

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Saturday Apr 19

Squak Mountain Trail Run

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12 km

13 mi

50 km

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Tiger Claw

Issaquah - 25 mi from Buckley

2 mi

50 km

50 mi

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