In the entire continental US, there is only one continuous uphill climb that has more vert than the Mt. Ashland Hill Climb (Pikes Peak Ascent). And while the Ascent might have more, Ashland is a lot closer for most of us than Colorado is. Besides, the elites show up for the Mt. Ashland race too! The great Camelia Mayfield owns the women’s CR, while local legend Max King maintains the men’s record. The race has…
If you are looking for a middle distance trail race, the 8 mile Butte Buster might be just what you are looking for. This scenic run just outside of Ashland is mostly single track trail traversing through oak savannahs, wetlands, and rock outcroppings. With frequent views of Emigrant Lake and the Cascade-Siskiyous surrounding you, you are sure to enjoy the scenery throughout your entire run. There will also be plenty of ups and downs…
Did you know that 2 of the things that many of you hold dear have been combined to produce Charlie’s Chocolate 5K and 10K Trail Run? That’s right – Running and Chocolate are what this event is all about! Held as part of the 16th annual Oregon Chocolate Festival, Charlie’s Chocolate Run will be held at Emigrant Lake Recreation Area. Participants are encouraged to dress as their favorite Charlie and the Chocolate Factory character for…
https://s3.amazonaws.com/img.ultrasignup.com/event/banner/17f73554-e678-4ea1-88e0-70fb1f082317.jpg For someone who primarily runs on city streets, trail running can sometimes feel like falling down a rabbit hole. Which is why I was so drawn to these upcoming races in Ashland, Oregon. Bandersnatch 5K and Lewis Loop 10 Miler are just the kind of events Alice wants to find when she is searching online, or through the looking glass. Both events are described as challenging opportunities for the beginning trail runner, or for…
There is something about these races at the Siskiyou Out Back Festival (SOB) that exemplifies the vibe of trail running. Maybe it is the views, the food, the multiple race distances, but this event aims (and succeeds) at feeling like a festival. Yes, we go for the run, but with so much extra going on over this weekend of races, the experience is so much more than the race itself. On Friday night, there is…
I’ve made it no secret that personally I think that Southern Oregon is one of the best places to run in the state. With clean air, relatively mild weather and great views, the Mt. Ashland 5K scheduled for July 6th is likely to take advantage of every positive aspect of the region. Dubbed ‘America’s Friendliest 5K’, with hugs for finishers and great prizes, this race is like no other. Reigstration is currently open through RunSignUp.…
My husband, who is oddly strong on hills, ran the Mt. Ashland Hill Climb once. His pace doubled in the last mile. Not uncommon for this truly unique race that is slightly longer than a half marathon (at 13.3 miles), climbs a full mile, and finishes with a super-steep climb to the Mt. Ashland Ski area. I sort of wish this was a regular half marathon followed by the hill climb, but then it would…
On April 27th, 2019 come join the 9th annual Siskiyou Challenge, a 6 leg, multi sport relay race in Ashland OR. This fund raiser race will raise funds for Rogue Valley Farm to School. This local non-profit helps educate children with hands on farm and garden programs to promote learning our food system. The Siskiyou Challange has a race course of 46 miles, held in Ashland OR. The race will begin and end at Science…
I know everyone loves a good beer run, or may mix things up with an Oregon winery race, but I’d trade those any day for a race with chocolate! I’m in luck and so are you, as the 2019 Charlie’s Chocolate Run is coming up on Sunday, March 10th in Ashland! New for 2019 is a new location (the beautiful Emigrant Lake) and route, so if you raced this in the past and loved it,…
“America’s Friendliest 5k”. That is exactly what the Mt. Ashland 5k is about, being the friendliest 5k in America (with hugs at the finish line, even). Super cool and genius statement, in my opinion. Having never participated in this event, the tagline caught my attention.The Mt. Ashland 5k takes place Saturday, July 7, 2018 in Ashland, Oregon at the Mt. Ashland Lodge. This is a USA Track & Field sanctioned event, and registration fees are a…
