Top of Tamarack
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location Tamarack, Idaho
- Price $64.98
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, September 26, 2026, for the uplifting Top of Tamarack event in Donnelly, Valley County! This unique gathering celebrates mental health awareness and suicide prevention, inviting participants to run, hike, or bike up the stunning mountain trails. Choose from various distances, with the maximum being a challenging 15 miles round trip and an impressive 2,900-foot elevation gain to the breathtaking summit.
The event fosters a spirit of resilience and community as you collect special tokens at each mile post, symbolizing your strength and determination. Plus, the first male and female finishers for both biking and running will earn the title of King and Queen of the Mountain! With proceeds benefiting Gr8ter, Inc., a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting mental health, your participation not only challenges you physically but also contributes to a meaningful cause. Don’t forget to register by September 10th to ensure you receive your race swag! Come be part of this extraordinary day where mental health meets mental strength amidst the beautiful backdrop of Valley County!
The event fosters a spirit of resilience and community as you collect special tokens at each mile post, symbolizing your strength and determination. Plus, the first male and female finishers for both biking and running will earn the title of King and Queen of the Mountain! With proceeds benefiting Gr8ter, Inc., a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting mental health, your participation not only challenges you physically but also contributes to a meaningful cause. Don’t forget to register by September 10th to ensure you receive your race swag! Come be part of this extraordinary day where mental health meets mental strength amidst the beautiful backdrop of Valley County!
Organiser's Description
***UPDATE*** Weve just opened 25 additional spots! Please be aware that entries received from this point forward may not be guaranteed an individual honoree plaque along the Memorial Mile. However, we will have a large communal chalkboard sign available for everyone to write messages and names in honor of loved ones. *******
Top of Tamarack is where mental health meets mental strength, all for a good cause!
This is an event unlike any other! Participants run, hike, or bike up the mountain and soak up the epic views of Valley County! You can choose to tackle any distance along the service road leading up to the summit. The maximum distance is 15 miles round trip with a full 2,900 foot elevation climb to the Top of Tamarack. There is no DNF (did not finish) in this race. Each mile post along your journey will be marked with a special token, reminding you that you have achieved a great distance and you are mentally strong. Collect as many tokens as you can and then head back down the mountain to celebrate your achievement. The first male and female to reach the top (for both biking and running) will be crowned King and Queen of the Mountain!
Top of Tamarack is a mental health awareness and suicide prevention event. It celebrates those who are battling mental health challenges on their way to mental health recovery and who are still here with us today. It is a race that honors those who have lost their lives to suicide. It is a race that brings together athletes of all levels and gives them a purpose for moving forward. Race proceeds will benefit Gr8ter, Inc., a local non-profit organization that helps people struggling with mental health issues find hope and happiness in spite of their struggles.
You must register by September 10th in order to be guaranteed race swag.
Top of Tamarack is where mental health meets mental strength, all for a good cause!
This is an event unlike any other! Participants run, hike, or bike up the mountain and soak up the epic views of Valley County! You can choose to tackle any distance along the service road leading up to the summit. The maximum distance is 15 miles round trip with a full 2,900 foot elevation climb to the Top of Tamarack. There is no DNF (did not finish) in this race. Each mile post along your journey will be marked with a special token, reminding you that you have achieved a great distance and you are mentally strong. Collect as many tokens as you can and then head back down the mountain to celebrate your achievement. The first male and female to reach the top (for both biking and running) will be crowned King and Queen of the Mountain!
Top of Tamarack is a mental health awareness and suicide prevention event. It celebrates those who are battling mental health challenges on their way to mental health recovery and who are still here with us today. It is a race that honors those who have lost their lives to suicide. It is a race that brings together athletes of all levels and gives them a purpose for moving forward. Race proceeds will benefit Gr8ter, Inc., a local non-profit organization that helps people struggling with mental health issues find hope and happiness in spite of their struggles.
You must register by September 10th in order to be guaranteed race swag.
Races
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Bike
Incl. $4.98 Fee & Hat
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$64.98
OPENS 15 JAN 26 -
Run/Hike
Incl. $4.98 Fee & Hat
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:15AM MDT)
$64.98
OPENS 15 JAN 26
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