
The high point in the races will be at nearly 5000 feet above sea level and the runners will be treated to 360 degree views of the surround North Cascade Peaks including many nearby peaks that are 7000 to 9000 feet tall. This year's versions of our Sun Mountain races will be our most scenic courses yet! All four races will go up to the highest point in the Sun Mountain Trail System, Thompson Ridge.

By taking the early start when you really don't need it could mean you'll get to aid stations or key intersections before our volunteers are ready for you which could result in an unsafe situation for yourself and others. Again this is only for those who need the extra time to make sure they stay ahead of the cutoff times not for people who just want to get home earlier or something. ***Early starts are for runners who think they'll take ~7 or more hours to complete the 50K or ~4 or more hours for the 25K. 7:15am: 25K early start*** (this is only for folks who actually need the extra time to stay ahead of the cutoffs).7:15am: 50K early start*** (this is only for folks who actually need the extra time to stay ahead of the cutoffs).
