Overview
Welcome to the expansive, unforgettable landscape of Cline Buttes, where the high desert meets the jagged Cascade peaks. Runners will experience sunrises, sunsets, night skies, and juniper-scented trails that make this a race unlike any other. Whether you crave a fast 5K, a timed 3, 6, or 12 hour challenge, or the ultimate test of endurance with Last Person Standing, this race offers something for every adventurer. Come for the climbs, stay for the views, and leave with memories that will linger long after the finish line.
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Registration
Opens
Jan 1, 2026, 12:00 AM
Closes
May 18, 2026, 11:59 PM
Registration Fee
$40-$185
Official race details:
This race is Trail Mix Fund eligible!

The Trail Mix Fund helps remove barriers in trail racing by covering race entry fees for under-served and under-represented runners, creating a more diverse and welcoming start line.
Course
Distance:
5
K
3
HR
6
HR
12
HR
Course type:
Loop
Elevation gain:
▲
800 ft
Elevation loss:
▼
800 ft
Max altitude:
5,050ft
Start time:
May 24, 2025
6:00 PM
Cutoff time:
Course Description
This race features a challenging 3-mile loop that combines steep climbs with flowing descents. Each lap begins with an approximately half-mile ascent of over 800ft to the summit of Cline Butte, followed by a joyful, fast descent. The loop repeats as many times as participants’ endurance allows during the timed events.
Participants in the Last Person Standing event begin a new lap at the top of each hour until the final runner remains. The 5K event completes a single loop. Key highlights include stunning desert vistas, wide open skies, and an unforgettable Central Oregon sunset experience.
Logistics
Redmond Municipal Airport is nearby and accessible for out-of-town participants.
Bend, Oregon is a nearby city with lodging and driving access to the race start.
Driving Directions
Parking
Parking is available near the trailhead for runners, crew, and visitors. Participants are asked to follow signage and respect private property.
Lodging
Recommended lodging is available in Redmond, Oregon and Bend, Oregon.
Aid Stations
Aid stations will provide water, electrolytes, and light snacks. Runners can plan to refill and refresh at each station as they loop the course.
Race Requirements
Participants should be comfortable with repeated steep climbs and descents. Timed events require stamina and experience with back-to-back laps on challenging terrain.
Trail Work
Qualifying Races
Policies
Cancelations & Deferrals
Please refer to Wonderland Running's website for cancelation policies.
Crew, Pacers & Spectators
Crew and visitors are welcome to cheer from designated areas. All spectators must respect course boundaries and aid station protocols.
Volunteers
Volunteers are encouraged to help with aid stations, registration, and festival logistics. Interested parties can sign up at the race website.
Volunteer opportunities include:
Aid station support
Check-in assistance
Course marshaling
Setup and cleanup
Please reach out to wonderland.running.pnw@gmail.com for more information.
Charity & Beneficiary
A portion of proceeds supports the Mountain View High School Cross-Country team in Bend, Oregon. Youth participants can also secure sponsorship per lap or cumulatively.
Land Acknowledgement
This race is held on the ancestral lands of the Northern Paiute and other Indigenous peoples of Central Oregon. We honor their enduring connection to this land and recognize the privilege of being able to run and explore here.
About
Wonderland Running
Wonderland Running is a quirky, community-first trail race organization based in the Pacific Northwest, bringing creativity, inclusivity, and adventure to every event. Officially founded in 2019, but with roots in DIY group runs long before that, Wonderland Running was born out of founder Sean Harrasser’s deep love for wild places and his solo, unsupported circumnavigation of the Wonderland Trail around Mount Rainier. Since then, the organization has evolved into a passionate crew of runners, mischief-makers, and outdoor enthusiasts who are dedicated to crafting memorable race experiences in truly magical settings.
The Wonderland Running team is made up of ultrarunners, artists, race directors, educators, tech wizards, and outdoor lovers who embrace the spirit of trail running in all its unpredictable, joyful, and humbling glory. With job titles like Executive Bad Hill Idea Conspirator and Master Hill Technologist, their ethos is as much about fun and self-expression as it is about fitness and finish lines.
Based in Oregon, with team members spread across Redmond, Bend, Portland, and Hillsboro, Wonderland Running is at the heart of the PNW trail scene. Whether you’re a seasoned ultrarunner or showing up to your first trail race, you’ll find a warm welcome, a clever hill pun, and an unforgettable experience waiting at the start line.
For those looking to connect with trail running beyond the stopwatch, Wonderland Running offers something rare: a race company that balances soulful exploration, creative expression, and genuine community.