Turnagain Arm Trail Run
- Date Thu 7th May 2026
- Time 6:30PM AKDT
- Location Anchorage, Alaska
- Price $48.70
- Races 2 races
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Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at the Turnagain Arm Trail Run on Thursday, May 7th, 2026, in the stunning landscapes of Anchorage, Alaska! This annual event features both an 8-mile and a 4-mile trail race, set against one of the most scenic backdrops in Southcentral Alaska. Participants will enjoy the breathtaking views as they race along the iconic point-to-point trail, which alternates directions each year. In 2026, the 8-mile race will kick off at the Rainbow Trail Head and finish at Potter Trail Head, while the 4-mile course will start at McHugh, taking runners through the last segment of the longer race.
This fun event is not only a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself in nature but also supports the UAA Ski Team. As you prepare to hit the trails, please remember that all participants are responsible for the $5.00 vehicle parking fee or an annual State Parks parking permit. Make sure to arrive early for bib pick-up, which starts 45 minutes before your race and also on the afternoon prior to the event. Join us for an unforgettable day of camaraderie, fitness, and the stunning beauty of Alaska’s wilderness!
This fun event is not only a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself in nature but also supports the UAA Ski Team. As you prepare to hit the trails, please remember that all participants are responsible for the $5.00 vehicle parking fee or an annual State Parks parking permit. Make sure to arrive early for bib pick-up, which starts 45 minutes before your race and also on the afternoon prior to the event. Join us for an unforgettable day of camaraderie, fitness, and the stunning beauty of Alaska’s wilderness!
Organiser's Description
TRAIL UPDATE: THE CONDITIONS IN THE WASHED OUT SECTION BETWEEN MCHUGH AND RAINBOW ARE STILL NOT IDEAL. WE WILL EVALUATE THE CONDITIONS CLOSER TO THE RACE DATE AND EITHER RUN THE RACE THROUGH THE PROBLEMATIC SECTION, IF IT IS SAFE, OR RUN IT SIMILAR TO LAST YEAR (OUT AND BACK BETWEEN POTTER AND MCHUGH). WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING EVERYONE AGAIN IN MAY!
Annual 8 and 4 mile trail-running races on one of the most scenic trails in Southcentral Alaska. It is a point-to-point race between Potter TH and Rainbow TH. We alternate the direction every year between Northbound and Southbound.
Even Years: Start at Rainbow TH/McHugh TH - Finish at Potter TH
Odd Years: Start at Potter TH/McHugh TH - Finish at Rainbow TH
The 8-mile course starts at the either end of the trail (Potter Trail Head in odd years and Rainbow TH in even years) and ends at the opposite end Trail Head. We will run through the parking lot at McHugh to get intermediate times. The 4-mile course is the same as the last 4 miles of the 8-mile course (starting at McHugh in the lower parking lot), with the same finish as the 8 mile run.
All participants are responsible for the $5.00 vehicle parking fee or annual State Parks parking permit. Lets keep this wonderful trail nice and clean, so if you pack it in please pack it out! There is no shuttle service, so please use the buddy system/carpool.
Bib pick-up will begin 45 minutes before the start at the starting point of your race, i.e. Potter TH for the 8-milers and McHugh for the 4-milers. There will also be bib pick-up available the afternoon before the race day, May 6th between 4 and 6 pm at the Alaska Airlines Center coaches suite.
This event is a fundraiser for the UAA Ski Team. Thank you for taking part in this fun race and for your continued support!
Annual 8 and 4 mile trail-running races on one of the most scenic trails in Southcentral Alaska. It is a point-to-point race between Potter TH and Rainbow TH. We alternate the direction every year between Northbound and Southbound.
Even Years: Start at Rainbow TH/McHugh TH - Finish at Potter TH
Odd Years: Start at Potter TH/McHugh TH - Finish at Rainbow TH
The 8-mile course starts at the either end of the trail (Potter Trail Head in odd years and Rainbow TH in even years) and ends at the opposite end Trail Head. We will run through the parking lot at McHugh to get intermediate times. The 4-mile course is the same as the last 4 miles of the 8-mile course (starting at McHugh in the lower parking lot), with the same finish as the 8 mile run.
All participants are responsible for the $5.00 vehicle parking fee or annual State Parks parking permit. Lets keep this wonderful trail nice and clean, so if you pack it in please pack it out! There is no shuttle service, so please use the buddy system/carpool.
Bib pick-up will begin 45 minutes before the start at the starting point of your race, i.e. Potter TH for the 8-milers and McHugh for the 4-milers. There will also be bib pick-up available the afternoon before the race day, May 6th between 4 and 6 pm at the Alaska Airlines Center coaches suite.
This event is a fundraiser for the UAA Ski Team. Thank you for taking part in this fun race and for your continued support!
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