Umatilla Rim Ripper

Umatilla Rim Ripper - Tollgate, OR

The Umatilla Rim Ripper is a trail running event held at Horseshoe Prairie near Tollgate, Oregon, using mostly single track on the Umatilla Rim Trail with a short section of forest service access road. Runners pass through forested sections and open viewpoints of the North Fork Umatilla Wilderness. The course is not closed to the public and may include other trail users such as mountain bikers, horses, and occasional motor vehicles on a paved forest road; runners must yield and exercise caution.

Courses are marked with colored flagging tape at major intersections and with occasional confidence markers, but runners are responsible for navigation and are encouraged to study the course map beforehand. Pacers and pets are not allowed. Spectators and crew may be at the Start/Finish area and at aid stations but should stay off the course when possible.

Distances and basic course data:

• 23-Miler: 22.8 miles, about 2324 ft vertical gain.
• Half Marathon: 13.6 miles, about 1434 ft vertical gain.
• 11K: 6.8 miles, about 691 ft vertical gain.
• 7K: 4.5 miles, about 423 ft vertical gain.

Aid stations are provided by distance and offer water, electrolytes, and fuel as listed for each course. The event is cupless so runners must carry a drinking vessel; reusable bottles will be available for purchase at the start for cash. Start/finish amenities include portable toilets, finish snacks, and parking across the highway at Andes Prairie Snopark. The event is USATF sanctioned and permitted by the Walla Walla Ranger District, Umatilla National Forest. Organizers do not offer transfers or refunds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.