Overview
he Bigfoot 20 Mile is a rugged adventure along the southwestern slopes of Mount St. Helens. Taking place on August 8, 2025, this race offers runners a chance to experience the raw beauty of lava fields, stream crossings, and deep old-growth forests — all on 100% singletrack trail. With no road crossings and just one aid station, it’s a remote, self-sufficient journey through one of the Pacific Northwest’s most dramatic landscapes.
Friday, August 8, 2025
Registration
Opens
TBD
Closes
Aug 1, 2025, 12:00 AM
Registration Fee
Lottery
YES

Western States Qualifier
Official race details:
Course
Distance:
20
M
Course type:
Unknown
Elevation gain:
▲
Unknown
Elevation loss:
▼
Unknown
Max altitude:
Unknown
Start time:
Aug 8, 2025
Cutoff time:
Course Description
Cascade Mountains, includes volcanic landscapes, lava fields, alpine ridges, dense old-growth forest, misty mountaintops, and creek crossings:
Traverses iconic Mount St. Helens volcanic blast zone
Crosses rugged lava fields and alpine ridges with panoramic views
Miles of deep, mossy Pacific Northwest rainforest
Stream crossings, rope climbs, and technical singletrack
Fully marked with reflective ribbon and signage
Not a stage race; clock runs continuously
Logistics
Start at Marble Mountain Sno-Park
Parking available at Sno-Park; follow signs on race day
Near Cougar, WA
Driving Directions
Parking
Race Requirements
Trail Work
Qualifying Races
Policies
No refunds, transfers, or deferrals under any circumstances
Registration is final
No day-of registration or waitlist
Volunteer opportunities available for credit toward future races
Event Details
Cancelations & Deferrals
Volunteers
Land Acknowledgement
This event takes place on the ancestral lands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and other Indigenous peoples of the Cascade Range. We honor their continued stewardship of these volcanic landscapes and recognize their deep connections to the land now known as Mount St. Helens.
About
Destination Trail
Destination Trail is a world-renowned trail race organizer specializing in multi-day, adventure-driven ultramarathons across the most scenic, remote, and wild landscapes in the United States. Founded in 2013 by professional ultrarunner Candice Burt, the company has earned international acclaim for its signature Triple Crown of 200s — the Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, and Moab 240 — as well as its expansion into even more ambitious terrain, like the upcoming 300-mile AZ Monster.
Every Destination Trail event is built on years of hands-on expertise, trail-tested logistics, and a deep passion for creating transformational endurance experiences. The organization is staffed entirely by experienced ultrarunners, including Race Director and President Garrett Froelich, Medical Director Brian Wilford, and a dedicated team who have all either run or volunteered at 200+ mile events. Their intimate knowledge of long-distance racing shapes every detail of the runner experience; from aid station nutrition to gear requirements and emergency response protocols.
More than just a race company, Destination Trail is a movement built around exploration, resilience, and human connection. Their events are as much about self-discovery and nature immersion as they are about miles and medals. For runners looking to go beyond the limits of traditional ultrarunning, Destination Trail delivers the ultimate frontier.