The Hoodoo Challenge: Run to the Top

Sisters, United States • 25 Jul 2026

The Hoodoo Challenge: Run to the Top

The Hoodoo Challenge is an annual trail running event held at Hoodoo. The event features two distinct distances for participants:

  • Half marathon
  • 5K

The half marathon course follows trails through forested areas and reaches the top of Potato Hill, where participants can observe views of the surrounding landscape. After reaching the summit, runners walk back down the mountain to the Hoodoo Lodge parking area.

The 5K race begins at the Hoodoo parking lot and ends at the summit of Hoodoo. This route is open to both runners and walkers and provides scenic views along the trail.

Following the conclusion of the races, a hosted lunch and an awards ceremony take place at the Hoodoo Lodge parking area. This event marks its 10th anniversary in 2026 and is organized by the Kiwanis Club of Sisters. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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