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The Ruff - Carson, WA

Skamania County, United States • 23 Nov 2025

Event

The Ruff takes place on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Dog Mountain Trailhead near Carson, WA, in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. The event distance is:

  • 7 miles

Top three male and female finishers will receive awards. Top masters male and female will receive awards. First place male and female will receive a pair of Altra trail shoes. Additional awards include King/Queen of the Mountain for first male and female, and a Downhill Award for the fastest male and female downhill time; participants may win only one award.

Course and logistics

The course is run entirely on single-track trails. Runners ascend the Dog Mountain Trail for about 3 miles with approximately 3,000 ft of climb to the summit, then descend about 4 miles via the Augspurger Trail back to the trailhead. Bib pickup is available the morning of the race at Dog Mountain Trailhead; parking is limited, so carpooling is suggested. Beer will be provided by Ninkasi Brewing Company and a complementary lunch will be available for racers; spectator admission is listed at $10. Dogs are not allowed in the race due to permit conditions. The event is held under a special use permit in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Washington Skamania County

Race information

Website Registration
7 mi
3000 m+
7 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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