Hatcher Pass 50 Mile, Marathon and Relay
Event summary
The marathon's first 25 miles present a thrilling uphill challenge, culminating in a final downhill dash to the finish at the historic Hatcher Pass Lodge. For those looking for a team experience, the Marathon Relay invites three-person teams to conquer segments of the course, exchanging at designated aid stations. Additionally, the Hatcher Pass 50, now in its second year, offers an incredible back-to-back marathon challenge, covering around 54 miles. Runners can also choose to participate with charity bibs, turning their athletic pursuit into an opportunity to support meaningful causes. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, stunning views, and unforgettable memories in the heart of Alaska!
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Marathon Charity Bib
Wander Project is here to support you in turning your passion into purpose! Athletes who register with a charity bib are automatically prompted to engage their friends and family in their fundraising efforts through the online platform. After registering for a charity bib and selecting the nonprofit organization that inspires you to fundraise, we will provide you with resources to support you in reaching your fundraising goal. Resources include social media and email templates as well as text prompts, online meetups and one-on-one support as needed. Once your minimum fundraising commitment is raised, your entry fee is waived and you are ready to run! Are you ready to run for a cause? Raise a minimum of $1,250 to support a cause that matters to YOU! The Charity Bib Program is a serious commitment, so please dont take this lightly. You will have until 2 weeks prior to the race to raise the minimum funds for this event. If you are short of meeting your goal, you'll be charged the remainder of the fundraising commitment. All donations are final.
Entries closed1:00 PM AKDT
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Marathon Relay Charity Bibs
Run and fundraise as a team! Athletes who register with a charity bib are automatically prompted to engage their friends and family in their fundraising efforts through the online platform. After registering for a charity bib and selecting the nonprofit organization that inspires you to fundraise, we will provide you with resources to support you in reaching your fundraising goal. Resources include social media and email templates as well as text prompts, online meetups and one-on-one support as needed. Once your minimum fundraising commitment is raised, your entry fee is waived and you are ready to run! Are you ready to run for a cause? Raise a minimum of $1,250 to support a cause that matters to YOU! The Charity Bib Program is a serious commitment, so please dont take this lightly. You will have until 2 weeks prior to the race to raise the minimum funds for this event. If you are short of meeting your goal, you'll be charged the remainder of the fundraising commitment. All donations are final.
Entries closed1:00 PM AKDT
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50 Mile Charity Bib
Wander Project is here to support you in turning your passion into purpose! Athletes who register with a charity bib are automatically prompted to engage their friends and family in their fundraising efforts through the online platform. After registering for a charity bib and selecting the nonprofit organization that inspires you to fundraise, Wander Project will provide you with resources to support you in reaching your fundraising goal. Resources include social media and email templates, timelines, texts, prompts, online meetups, and one-on-one support as needed. Once your minimum fundraising commitment is raised, your entry fee is waived and you are ready to run! Don't just cross the finish line, turn your journey into support for a charity you care about and raise a minimum of $1,500 to support a cause that matters to YOU! The Charity Bib Program is a serious commitment, so please dont take this lightly. You will have until 2 weeks before the race to raise the minimum funds for this event. If you are short of meeting your goal, you'll be charged the remainder of the fundraising commitment. All donations are final.
Entries closed9:00 AM AKDT
Free
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50 Mile Relay Charity Bib
Run and fundraise as a team! Athletes who register with a charity bib are automatically prompted to engage their friends and family in their fundraising efforts through the online platform. After registering for a charity bib and selecting the nonprofit organization that inspires you to fundraise, we will provide you with resources to support you in reaching your fundraising goal. Resources include social media and email templates as well as text prompts, online meetups and one-on-one support as needed. Once your minimum fundraising commitment is raised, your entry fee is waived and you are ready to run! Are you ready to run for a cause? Raise a minimum of $1,250 to support a cause that matters to YOU! The Charity Bib Program is a serious commitment, so please dont take this lightly. You will have until 2 weeks prior to the race to raise the minimum funds for this event. If you are short of meeting your goal, you'll be charged the remainder of the fundraising commitment. All donations are final.
Entries closed9:00 AM AKDT
Free
Organiser's description
RACE INFO
The Hatcher Pass Marathon has become a staple in the Alaska running community, not just for its incredible location but also for its intense elevation gain of roughly 3900 ft. The first 25 miles of the race are uphill, some gradual, some steep, some switchbacks. This is a mountain pass after all. The last 1+ mile is a downhill burner to the finish. The course will travel along Hatcher Pass road from Willow, up to the top at Summit Lake and finish at the iconic Hatcher Pass Lodge. The route is slightly longer than 26.2 so it won't qualify you for Boston but it will mark Alaska off your 50 States challenge.
The Marathon Relay event is a 3-person relay with each team member running about 8-9 miles. All relay teams will begin with one runner at the marathon start and exchange points at Mile 9 and Mile 17 aid stations. Relay teams MUST consist of three (3) runners. Only teams with the required number of runners will be eligible for top finish awards.
This is the 2nd year of the Hatcher Pass 50! This course will start at Hatcher Pass Lodge (the official finish) and run down to the marathon start in Willow before turning around and running the course back up to the finish. If youre good at math, you will know this is not an exact 50 mile course, its really back to back marathons for a total of roughly 54 miles. Relay teams will also be allowed to register for and run the 50, with the same exchange points and each runner running two legs of the race; one down, one up.
CHARITY BIBS
Accomplish more with a charity bib for this event! Engage your friends and family to raise the minimum amount based on your distance and in support of a nonprofit of your choice then your registration fee is waived!
YOU choose whether the funds you raise go to support one of the WP community partners or an organization that matters to you when you sign up for a charity bib. Please understand that by signing up for a charity bib, you are making a serious commitment to raise the amount you agreed to. If you are not able to meet the minimum fundraising amount by the week of the race, you will be required to pay the difference. All donations are final.
Location
Hatcher Pass Lodge, Mi 175 & Fishhook Willow Rd., Palmer, 99645, AK, United States
Hatcher Pass 50 Mile, Marathon and Relay
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