Backcountry Rise - Toutle, WA

Backcountry Rise is a unique trail running event held in the stunning Mt. Margaret Backcountry, part of the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument in Toutle, WA.

Participants can choose from three challenging courses: a 50K, a 20-mile race, and a half marathon, each showcasing breathtaking views of sapphire lakes, rugged peaks, and diverse wildlife. The event emphasizes the resilience of nature, as it takes place in an area reborn from the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens.

The race offers a family-friendly atmosphere, with amenities at the Mt. St. Helens Science & Learning Center serving as the base camp. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.