Dark Divide Trail Races

Dark Divide Trail Races

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Friday, September 5, 2025 |

Sep 5, 2025

WA

Run the wild heart of the Cascades

Run the wild heart of the Cascades

Overview

The Dark Divide Trail Races are not your average trail runs. They are raw, rugged, and set in one of the most awe-inspiring landscapes in the entire Pacific Northwest. Runners will journey through the vast and untamed Dark Divide Roadless Area, where alpine ridges cut against the sky, waterfalls tumble from mossy cliffs, and wildflowers blanket meadows as far as the eye can see.

This weekend is more than just a race. It is an adventure into solitude, beauty, and the edge of your endurance. Whether you are chasing the thrill of the 100 Mile Endurance Run, the all-new 100K point-to-point, or soaking up the mountain magic in the 50K or 14M Fun Run, you will leave with a story etched into your soul.

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Friday, September 5, 2025

Registration

Opens

Jan 1, 2025, 12:00 AM

Closes

Sep 1, 2025, 11:59 PM

Registration Fee

100M, $325 100K, $250 50K, $175 14M, $100

Trail Sisters Approved logo

Hard Rock Qualifier

Trail Sisters Approved logo

UTMB Index Qualifier

Official race details:
This race is Trail Mix Fund eligible!
Trail Sisters Approved logo

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.

Logistics

The closest major airports are Portland International Airport (PDX) at approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) at approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Parking

Plenty of parking is available at Cispus Learning Center for runners, crew, and visitors. Overflow parking is available nearby with signage provided on race weekend.

Passes Required
Lodging

Bunkhouses are available at Cispus Learning Center for $45 per person via Ultrasignup. Nearby car, tent, and RV camping options are available. Additional lodging can be found in Randle, WA and Packwood, WA.

Policies

  • No refunds (check UltraSignup for details)

  • Transfers allowed under specific conditions

  • Event operates under US Forest Service Special Use Permit

  • Mandatory pre-race check-in and safety requirements

Event Details

Drop Bags

Drop bags may be left at designated locations at Cispus Learning Center on race morning. Specific aid stations will accept drop bags and they will be returned to the Pavilion after the cutoff. Bags not collected by Monday will be donated.

Bib Pick-up

Bib pickup is available at Cispus Learning Center Pavilion each morning prior to your race start. Please arrive at least 1 hour early to ensure a smooth check-in.

Schedule

Friday, September 5, 2025

5:00AM – Runner check-in at Cispus Learning Center Pavilion
6:00AM – 100M race start
All day – Aid stations open and crew access at designated points

Saturday, September 6, 2025

5:00AM – Runner check-in for 100K
6:00AM – 100K race start
All day – Aid stations and crew support along the course

Sunday, September 7, 2025

6:00AM – Runner check-in for 50K and 14M Fun Run
7:00AM – 50K race start
8:00AM – 14M Fun Run start
12:00PM – Food and celebration at the Pavilion
7:00PM – Final 50K cutoff
8:00PM – Closing ceremony and volunteer celebration

Cancelations & Deferrals

Refunds are not available. Runners may defer to the following year if they notify the race director at least 30 days before the event. No same-day deferrals or transfers are allowed.

Please refer to Wonderland Running's website for cancelation policies.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed on the course or at aid stations due to safety, wilderness permits, and runner congestion.

Kids

The 14M Fun Run is open to youth runners. Children under 16 must run with an adult. Youth discounts are available through Ultrasignup.

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

Proceeds from the Dark Divide Trail Races benefit Silver Star Search & Rescue, All Play/Elementary Facilitation Program at Cispus Learning Center, and the White Pass Scenic Byway nonprofit. Learn more at https://www.wonderlandrunning.com.

Land Acknowledgement

The Dark Divide Trail Races take place on the ancestral lands of the Cowlitz (Mishalpam, Táytnapam, Sλpúlmx), Xwáłxwaypam (Klikitat), and Yakama peoples, who have stewarded this region for millennia. We honor and respect their enduring connection to these lands.

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.

Disclaimer

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