White Pine Solstice Runs

Event overview

The White Pine Solstice Runs take place in the Oquirrh Mountains near Middle Canyon Road in Tooele, Utah on June 20, 2026. The event is USATF sanctioned and offers multiple trail distances that traverse single-track, dirt roads, ridgelines, and high summits. Several named peaks appear on the courses, including Kelsey Peak (10,373 ft), White Pine Peak (10,321-10,323 ft noted), Tooele Peak (9,601 ft), Butterfield Peak East (9,370 ft), and the Kennecott Mine Overlook (9,015 ft). Organizers note that weather at these elevations can include lightning, rain, hail, or snow, and they recommend carrying hydration, food, and gear for inclement weather for the longer distance.

Courses and key details

• 55K (listed total ~34 miles) - Total vertical gain ~12,500 ft; about 8 miles above 9,000 ft and 2 miles above 10,000 ft. Surface: 52% single-track, 25% dirt road, 19% off-trail, 4% double-track. Aid stations at Butterfield Pass (miles 3 and 8.2) and Settlement Canyon (mile 21.5). Hard cutoffs: mile 21.5 - 9 hours; mile 34 - 14.5 hours.

• Half-Marathon - Total mileage 13.9 miles; total vertical gain ~3,700 ft. Surface: 44% single-track, 50% dirt road, 6% double-track. Aid at Butterfield Pass (miles 3 and 8.2). Hard cutoff: 13.9 miles - 4.5 hours.

• 8.5 Mile - Total mileage ~8.5 miles; vertical gain 2,500 ft. Surface: 70% single-track, 21% dirt road, 9% double-track. Hard cutoff: ~8.7 miles - 3 hours. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.