Mad Meadows 50

The Mad Meadows 50 is a challenging trail running event held near Leavenworth, Washington, featuring two distances: a 50-mile and a 50-kilometer race. Set in the scenic Eastern Cascades during October's vibrant Larch Season, the course offers a mix of smooth single track, steep climbs, technical sections, and stunning alpine ridgeline views. Elevations reach over 7,000 feet for the 50-mile and 6,000 feet for the 50K, with vistas of the Entiat River Valley and glaciated peaks like Clark Mountain and Glacier Peak.

The race starts and finishes at Grouse Creek Group Campground, traversing diverse terrain including meadows, ridges, and river trails, making it a memorable high-elevation ultramarathon experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.