Toutle, WA
Welcome to a majestic backcountry rising from the ashes of the 1980 eruption of Mt. St. Helens. With its sapphire lakes, rugged, toothy peaks, and wildflower-blanketed slopes, the Mt. Margaret Backcountry north of Mt. St. Helens provides an unforgettably unique and stunning trail race experience. The power and resilience of Mother Nature is truly on full display here in the backcountry. The Backcountry Rise Trail Runs include three different challenging and remote loop courses: a 50 Mile, 50K and a 20 miler.
Upcoming Races
Sep 7 2025
50 KM
Single loop offering seemingly endless breathtaking views in every direction along the entire course. Runners will be treated to incredible panoramic views of Mt. Rainier, Mt. Adams, Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Hood, as well as the majestic Mt. Margaret Backcountry and its many lakes, creeks, craggy ridgelines and miles and miles of sweet single-track trails.
8,100
8,100
ft.
Single Loop
Course
3 Aid
Stations
11:00 Cutoff
5
Elevation Rating
Mountainous, >12,500 feet in 50 miles
4
Surface Rating
Substantial rocks, roots and/or ruts
Results
50 KM
View course top times| Date | Finishers | Top Result (M) | Top Result (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/24 | 125 | 5:05:32 | 6:34:47 |
| 08/19/23 | 191 | 4:33:38 | 5:58:29 |
| 08/20/22 | 116 | 5:15:30 | 5:49:37 |
| 07/17/21 | 176 | 4:40:52 | 5:48:25 |
| 08/29/20 | Race Cancelled | ||
| 09/07/19 | 149 | 4:42:45 | 6:20:35 |
| 09/01/18 | 150 | 4:56:43 | 5:46:33 |
| 09/09/17 | 68 | 4:49:50 | 5:44:36 |
50 Miles
View course top times| Date | Finishers | Top Result (M) | Top Result (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/19/23 | 31 | 9:20:27 | 11:48:31 |
| 08/20/22 | 21 | 10:16:41 | 10:53:50 |
| 07/17/21 | 41 | 9:00:35 | 10:17:53 |
