July 11-12th, 2026 Half·50 Miler·100 Miler
Are you gonna get gulched?
Devil’s Gulch is a challenging race with three distances: a half-marathon, 50 Miler, and 100 Miler.
This course is different from most of our races, located in the hot, but beautiful, Ponderosa pine forests of the eastern Cascades. You’ll get unending views, wicked gulches, and huge rock hoodoos! The course boasts a little bit of everything, from rocky, steep, technical single track to smooth flowing trails where you can fly through the forest. The views are hard to beat and will provide some respite from this tough course. While this isn’t a course for the faint of heart, the generous cutoffs allow you to run your own race at your own pace.
The 100 Miler is a tough one, with lots and lots of vert and heat. The 50 Miler is….also challenging, just a half-portion of crazy. For those who have a more balanced relationship with running, we’ve got a half-marathon too.
We’ll see you back at Mission Ridge after 13.1, 50, or 100 miles for a delicious meal and drinks thanks to the Mission Ridge Ski and Snowboard Resort.
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Devil’s Gulch takes place on lands historically inhabited by the following Native American tribes:
Np̓əšqʷáw̓səxʷ / Wenatchi
Yakama
Coast Salish
Devil’s Gulch
at a Glance
July 11-12th, 2026
Half, 50 Miler and 100 Miler
Likely warm and hilly, this race is a good one for you if you like a challenge!
This institution is operated under a special use permit with the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest.
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination: write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (2020)720-5964 (voice & TDD).
Race Notes:
Pacers: are allowed for the 100 Miler.
Requirements: 100 Miler participants must have run at least a 50 Miler previously.
Swag: 100-mile finishers will receive their commemorative belt buckle, and all half and 50-mile finishers will get a handcrafted finishers’ award. There are awards for the top 3 finishers in all gender categories.
Required Gear:
100 Miler: participants must have a headlamp (with extra batteries), 2L worth of water-carrying vessels*, a filter flask (for emergencies), cold-weather gear, and have the course GPS downloaded onto a phone or watch.
50 Miler: participants must carry a headlamp, 2L worth of water-carrying vessels*, a filter flask (for emergencies), and have the course GPS downloaded onto a phone or watch.
*We recommend at least 3L of water carrying capacity. Trust us, you’ll want it!
Course Notes:
This is not a course to underestimate! While the views are spectacular and the geology fascinating, be prepared for long, steep climbs and descents on technical and rocky trails. There are also some very pleasant portions of this course like the nicely graded climb up the Mission Creek trail.
All distances will start with a climb up through the forest from the base area of the Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort. At the first break in the grade, the Half Marathon course will begin a fun descent down to meet the Mission Creek Trail and head back to the finish line at the ski area. The 50-mile and 100-mile runners will continue climbing up towards Mission Peak. After a quick summit of Mission Peak, you’ll head back down the way you came and off towards Mt. Lillian along Tronson Ridge. Here is where the views and the geology are the most magnificent!
The 100-mile and 50-mile courses begin to diverge at Mt. Lillian Aid Station. The 50-mile will continue down Tronson Ridge, while the 100-milers will descend towards Blewett Pass for a technical 8-mile lollipop in an old burn. It will feel extremely remote and technical but also features beautiful meadows and wildflowers. The loop will bring you back to Mt. Lillian Aid Station, where the 100-mile course rejoins the 50-mile on Tronson Ridge. After the Tronson Aid Station, both distances climb up and over Red Hill before descending rolling trails to the Mission Creek Aid Station.
From Mission Creek Aid, the 50-mile and 100-mile part ways. The 50-mile begins the smooth but steady climb (complete with many creek crossings to cool off and enjoy) back to the Mission Ridge base area. While the 100-mile runners head over into to Number 2 canyon. At Horse Lake Aid Station, 100-mile runners can join their pacers for the first time, yay! You’ll then climb up a beautifully graded single track to the summit of Horse Lake Mountain. If you’re keeping a 17-20min/mile pace you just might catch the beautiful sunset over the enchantment plateau at the summit! You’ll then enjoy a lovely, flowing ridgeline descent back to Horse Lake Aid Station.
With this lollipop completed, the course returns to Peavine Canyon, where you’ll climb back up and over towards the Devil’s Spur Aid Station. After cresting the ridge, a dusty, switch backing decent provides some nice rock hoodoo views before another grueling climb brings you to the Devil’s Spur Aid Station. From the aid station you’ll begin an incredible fast, flowing decent down Devil’s Gulch and back to the Mission Creek Aid Station. Prepare to get wet feet as you will cross Mission Creek multiple times. After waving goodbye to the aid station, the course begins the final climb back up the Peavine Trail. This is the only section of trail you will repeat on the course, so if you missed the Hoodoos in the dark, you’ll get another shot for some cool geology. After finishing the climb and passing through Devil’s Spur again, you’ll enjoy some flat and descending trails back to Mission Ridge and some well-earned post-race food and beverages!
There will be aid stations throughout the course with volunteers to help, food to eat and hydration to refuel. And of course, there will be an assortment of yummy food and treats waiting for you at the finish line.
Courses and aid stations
Course and Aid Station Locations
Directions
Registration
Online registration will close the Wednesday before the race at noon.
Half:
Regular price: $86
January 1: $101
April 1: $116
Race day: $125
50 Miler:
Regular price: $180
January 1: $195
April 1: $210
Race day: $220
100 Miler:
Regular price: $410
January 1: $430
April 1: $445
Race day: n/a
Trail Mix Fund
Do you want to race but can’t afford the entry fee? We can help with the Trail Mix Fund.
This is a cupless race!
This is a cupless race. All runners should carry with them a refillable container that they can run with. There will be a limited number of cups for emergency situations.
Post-Race:
Mission Ridge will have hot food for all runners. As the French say, hunger makes the best sauce. And when the food is delicious to start, it’s even better. (The French don’t say that last part though TBH)
Official Coaching Partner
Looking for advice on staying hydrated for this hilly and hard race? Well, the devil likes it hot and Team RunRun has some great advice for you in the form of this article, written just for you!
Woodland Speeders Kid’s Race
As part of our Woodland Speeders program, we offer free kid’s races at all of our events. Parents are welcome to run with their kiddos. You can register your child during the registration process for your own race or sign them up later. The course at Devil’s Gulch will be approximately 3/4 mile long and a little more uphill than our other races, with about 200′ of gain. See below for map.
Packet Pickup
Half-Marathon ONLY packet pickup on Friday from 3:00-6:00pm at Performance Footwear in Wenatchee.
Address: 24 S Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA 98801
Half-Marathon Packet pickup also available on race morning from 6:30- 7:45am.
50/100-mile Packet Pickup & MANDATORY Pre-race Meeting
Where: Mission Ridge
When: Friday, July 10th, 2025, from 4-6pm
Bring a camp chair and consider this a fireside chat without the fire (cause, ya know, it’s July in the Eastern Cascades). We’ll cover important topics about the course, mandatory gear, critical decision points in the event, and answer all your burning questions.
While no one likes a meeting, we’ll try to keep this lively and fun while covering the more serious topics of the event. Bring snacks, beverage of choice, and your drop bags! Bonus, you’ll get a little bit extra sleep in the morning.
YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO START THE EVENT IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND THIS MEETING. After the meeting, you’ll pick up your bib, check mandatory gear, and distribute your drop bags.
Race Schedule
Race starts
5:00am: 100 miler
6:00am: 50 miler
8:00am: Half-marathon (Pre-race brief 15min before race start)
8:30am: Kid’s Race (approximately)
Course cutoffs
Saturday
3:00pm: Half-Marathon Course Close
9:30pm: Mission Creek; Mile 36 (50miler), Mile 44 (100miler)
Sunday
1:00am: Horse Lake; Mile 50
5:00am: Horse Lake; Mile 62
9:30am: Devil’s Spur; Mile 73
2:00pm: Mission Creek; Mile 85
8:00pm: Course Close for 100 & 50 Miler
Accommodations
Camping is a great option if you want to stay close to the start/finish- it is available for $35/night and is booked directly with Mission Ridge. Camping is available Friday, July 11th, through Monday, July 14th. The fee is per vehicle, so it pays to carpool!!
It’s camping in a parking lot, so it’s ideal if you’ve got a vehicle you can sleep in.
Cancellations/Deferrals:
Please note that while you can defer your entry to Devil’s Gulch as per our usual policies, you cannot transfer your entry from Devil’s Gulch to any other Evergreen Trail Runs events or vice versa. Also, as usual refunds are not issued in any circumstance.
Required Gear:
100 Miler: participants must carry a headlamp (with extra batteries), 2L worth of water-carrying vessels, cold-weather gear, and have the course GPS downloaded onto a phone or watch.
50 Miler: participants must carry a headlamp, 2L worth of water-carrying vessels, and have the course GPS downloaded onto a phone or watch.
Course Map
Below is a high-quality PDF race map.
Link to Interactive CalTopo Map
Please note that distances and elevations noted below and on maps below are approximate and are derived from online mapping programs. Your recorded distance and elevation gain on race day may vary.
Elevation gain:
Half-marathon: 2,500′
50 Miler: 11,000′
100 Miler: 20,000′
Aid Station Locations
100 mile
Mile 3: Water only
Mile 15: Mt. Lillian
Mile 23: Mt. Lillian
Mile 30: Tronson
Mile 40: Water Only
Mile 44: Mission Creek
Mile 48: Water Only
Mile 50: Horse Lake
Mile 62: Horse Lake
Mile 64: Water Only
Mile 73: Devil’s Spur
Mile 85: Mission Creek
Mile 88: Water only
Mile 98: Devil’s Spur
50-Mile
Mile 3: Water only
Mile 15: Mt. Lillian
Mile 21: Tronson
Mile 31: Water Only
Mile 36: Mission Creek
Mile 48: Devil’s Spur
Half Marathon
Mile 3: Water/Electrolytes/gels only
Mile 9: Devil’s Spur
Elevation Profiles
Half
50 Miles
100 Miles
Belt Buckle for all 100 Miler Finishers
Finisher swag
Every finisher receives a custom, handmade coaster! We make our awards using solar power in Anacortes, Washington.
Race t-shirt for 100 Miler, 50 Miler and Half participants.
Photo Gallery
Race Location
7500 Mission Ridge Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801
Directions
The race will be held at Mission Ridge Ski Area. The address for the ski area is 7500 Mission Ridge Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801. There is plenty of parking at the ski area.
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There are no higher stakes than being kind to the earth; we care deeply about keeping our planet viable for the next generation.
To that end, we organize our events with an eye towards minimizing our impact on the planet. Read more here.
We Welcome All
Committed to Making All Feel Welcome
Evergreen Trail Runs is continuously making efforts to ensure that everyone feels welcome and safe at our running events and in our trail running community. There is space for all on the trails. We have a non-binary registration option and a non-binary category for overall awards.
If you have a suggestion or idea for how we can improve our events in this regard, please let us know!
Sponsored by:
Luna Sandals
We’re excited to announce that Luna Sandals is a new 2025 Devil’s Gulch Sponsor. Offering discounts for Devil’s Gulch participants and prizes for our winners!
LUNA Sandals are minimalist outdoor adventure sandals inspired by traditional Tarahumara tire huaraches, designed to offer a natural and unrestricted movement experience. Founded by Barefoot Ted McDonald, these sandals prioritize simplicity, durability, and comfort, making them perfect for trail running, hiking, and everyday wear. Loved by outdoor enthusiasts and movement purists alike, LUNA Sandals is embracing the philosophy that less is more—allowing you to go further with greater freedom.
Headquartered in Wenatchee, WA, LUNA manufactures and ships high-quality sandals worldwide.
Evergreen Trails is proud to serve Clif Bar products on course.
We are Trail Sisters approved! That means that we have made a commitment to provide women the race day they deserve. Learn more about what that means.
Evergreen Trails is proud to have Tailwind as our official hydration sponsor.
Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
The trails we’re using at Horse Lake (more commonly known as Number 2 Canyon) were built thanks to the hard work and initiative of the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance. To show your support and appreciation, the nonprofit would be honored if you would consider donating to their cause. If you would like to donate to the chapter specific to the Devil’s Gulch Race, it is in the Central Chapter. Donate here.