Overview
The Dark Divide Trail 14M Fun Run is your ultimate alpine playground! This course winds through lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and climbs steadily toward the historic Burley Mountain Fire Lookout. Along the way, wildflowers dot the trails and the air is filled with the scents of pine and mountain breezes. Once at the summit, runners are rewarded with a stunning 360-degree panorama, spanning the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, the Dark Divide to the south, and Goat Rocks Wilderness all the way to Mount Rainier National Park to the north.
This fun run is perfectly paced for first-time mountain racers or anyone looking for a day of scenic adventure. You have a generous 9 hours to reach the finish, giving you the freedom to savor the climb, snap photos, and enjoy the mountain trails.
Sunday, September 7, 2025
Registration
Opens
May 1, 2025, 12:00 AM
Closes
Sep 6, 2025, 11:59 PM
Registration Fee
$80
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:
14
K
Course type:
Unknown
Elevation gain:
▲
4,300ft
Elevation loss:
▼
4,300ft
Max altitude:
5,500ft
Start time:
Sep 7, 2025
9:00 AM
Cutoff time:
9HR overall, Finish Line Cutoff 6:00PM
Course Description
The 14 Mile Fun Run features a mixture of single-track forest trails, gentle waterfalls, and alpine climbs leading to Burley Mountain. Expect steep sections that challenge your legs, technical switchbacks, and panoramic ridgelines. Key features include stunning views of Mount Rainier, sweeping Dark Divide vistas, and a historic fire lookout at the summit. Runners will enjoy:
Verdant forest paths with mossy trails
Waterfall crossings along the lower sections
Wildflower-lined switchbacks
Summit fire lookout with 360-degree alpine views
Logistics
Portland International Airport (PDX) is approximately 120 miles from the race start in Randle, Washington
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is approximately 150 miles from the race start in Randle, Washington
Driving Directions
Parking
Parking is available at the Cispus Learning Center for runners, crew, and visitors. Additional parking is limited along Cispus Road. Please follow all posted signage and volunteer directions.
Lodging
Camping is available at Cispus Learning Center starting Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 1:00PM. Nearby lodging in Randle and Packwood, WA offers hotels, motels, and cabin rentals.
Aid Stations
Runners will have access to aid at the finish line. Aid stations provide water, electrolyte drinks, and snacks. Finish line aid station is located at Cispus Learning Center Camping Area & Pavilion, available until 6:00PM on race day, with drop bags allowed.
Race Requirements
This race is open to all runners who are comfortable hiking or running in mountain terrain. No prior ultramarathon experience is required, but participants should be prepared for sustained climbs and single-track trails.
Trail Work
Mandatory Gear
No mandatory gear required for the 14M Fun Run. Runners should carry hydration and weather-appropriate clothing.
Policies
Cancelations & Deferrals
Please refer to Wonderland Running's website for cancelation policies.
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed on the course or at the race start/finish area.
Crew, Pacers & Spectators
Crew and visitors are welcome at designated aid stations and at the Cispus Learning Center start/finish area. Due to the remoteness of many aid stations, travel times can exceed two hours on forest service roads. Crews must follow all rules and respect wilderness restrictions.
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.