Yakima Skyline 25k

Yakima Skyline 25K

The Yakima Skyline 25K is an out and back trail race near Ellensburg, WA, held in and above the Yakima River Canyon on lands that are part of the ancestral home of the Yakama people. The route covers 25K with approximately 4,700 feet of elevation gain and the same amount of elevation loss.

The course is mostly single track with sections of rocky, technical trail and several miles on a ridge-top jeep road. It is exposed to the elements and often hot, dry, and windy, with limited shade. Runners may encounter high desert sagebrush and occasional wildlife including rattlesnakes. The route is marked with yellow and black arrow signs at junctions and pink and black confidence ribbons roughly every half mile.

Aid is provided at two stations: a full station at Roza (mile 8.0) and a minimal station near mile 12.5. Roza offers water, electrolyte drink, sandwiches, fruit, snacks, gels and basic first aid supplies. The minimal station offers water, electrolyte drink, gels and snacks. There is a cutoff at the Roza Aid Station; runners who do not leave that station by the posted cutoff will be removed from course.

All participants must carry the ability to hold at least 32 ounces of water on their person; failure to meet this requirement may result in disqualification. No drop bags or crew access are allowed. Primitive on-site camping is available for tents and small RVs (maximum 25 feet) with portable toilets but no water or power; nearby campgrounds and lodging are also mentioned by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.