Ward Mountain Scramble Trail Run

Ward Mountain Scramble Trail Run

The Ward Mountain Scramble Trail Run is a multi-distance trail event held at the Ward Mountain Forest Service Campgrounds, using Group Site A as the shared start and finish area. Courses are single track and dirt road routes with marked flagging and arrow signs; wrong way signs are placed where needed. Parking is available across from Group Site A.

Distances offered:

• 2 plus miles
• 5.5 plus miles
• 8.5 plus miles
• 13.3 miles
• Marathon distance run as two laps of the 13.3 mile course

Course notes include elevation gain estimates: about 270 feet for the 2 mile loop, 727 feet for the 5.5 mile course, 1,250 feet for the 8.5 mile course, and 1,850 feet for the 13.3 mile course. Aid station coverage varies by distance: none on the shortest course, one on the 5.5 mile, two on the 8.5 mile, and three on the 13.3 and marathon courses; the third aid station is self serve. There is one porta potty at the Ski Hill aid station and pit toilets at the start/finish and trailhead. Timing uses disposable chips.

Awards are given by course and gender categories and first dog awards are noted. All finishers receive a finisher medal and an event hat. Dogs are allowed under specific rules including leash and control requirements and owner cleanup responsibilities.

Package pickup is scheduled June 19 at Desert Mountain Realty, 1060 E. Aultman Street, Ely NV. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.