Badger Mountain Challenge - Richland, WA

MAR
27-28
2026
Run the Badger Mountain Challenge in Richland Washington on March 27 and 28, 2026 and soak in sweeping Columbia Basin views on scenic trails. Distances range from 15 km to 100 mile with ruck divisions and post race food for finishers.
27-28 Mar 2026
100 miles 100 kilometers 50 miles 55 kilometers 15 kilometers

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Event overview

The Badger Mountain Challenge is an ultramarathon event in Richland, Washington, held March 27-28, 2026. This is the 15th annual running of the event. The course is on Badger Mountain and within the Badger Mountain Preserve, which was established in 2005 to keep open space for outdoor recreation. Entrants can expect post-race food after finishing.

The event description notes views of the Columbia Basin. Entrants are asked to provide an accurate email address during registration because important event updates will be sent by email.

Race program and logistics

  • 15 km
  • 15 km ruck
  • 55 km
  • 50 miles
  • 50-mile ruck
  • 100 km (new)
  • 100 miles

The event offers a combined 50-mile / 55 km double category; finishers of both races in that category receive a unique prize. The ruck divisions require carrying a backpack or rucksack weighing between 20 and 30 lbs, not counting water or food used in the race; ruck division finishers receive a custom Badger rucking patch. The 100-mile, 100 km and 50-mile races take place on the first day, and the 55 km and 15 km races take place on the second day. Registration opens December 6, 2025. Volunteers receive a free shirt with the race logo and either a free future 15 km race entry or a discounted fee for other longer distances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

100 mi
100 Miler
100 km
100k
50 mi
50 Mile Run
50 mi
50 Mile Ruck
55 km
55k Run
15 km
15k Ruck
15 km
15k Run

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