Ancient Lakes Trail Run
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Ancient Lakes Trail Run : Quincy, WA
Ancient Lakes Trail Run is a two-day trail event at the Bishop Recreation Area / Ancient Lakes Trailhead near Quincy, Washington on April 11-12, 2026. The event uses a cloverleaf course of primarily single-track trails that pass waterfalls, lake shores, canyon-like desert terrain, and the Columbia River Gorge.
Distances offered:
- Saturday: 50M, 50K, 25K, 10K
- Saturday late start option: 25K, 10K
- Sunday: Marathon (new for 2026), 25K, 10K
The 25K loop covers about 2,200 feet of rolling elevation with no single climb or descent greater than 400 feet. The 10K has about 1,000 feet of elevation gain. The 50K is two laps of the 25K loop and the 50M is three laps. Aid station visits by distance are published with mile markers: 25K twice (4.7 and 10.1 miles); 50K five times (4.7, 10.1, 16.2, 20.9, 26.3 miles); 50M eight times (4.7, 10.1, 16.2, 20.9, 26.3, 32.4, 37.1, 42.5 miles). The marathon follows the 25K loop plus two additional loops.
Race day packet pick-up is available at the Ancient/Dusty Lakes Trailhead; advanced packet pick-up is not offered. Parking is at the start/finish at Bishop Recreation Area. Free camping is available for tent, van, car, and small RV camping during the race weekend.
Organizers note strict permit limits; Saturday fields have sold out in previous years and there is no waitlist. Registration closes Thu, Apr 9 at 11:59 PM PT. All registrations are final; no refunds or deferrals. Distance changes are allowed through UltraSignup up to two weeks before the event with applicable rules and costs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
