Frosty Moss Relay
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Event overview
The Frosty Moss Relay is a team relay event in Port Angeles, Washington, held on March 14, 2026. It offers a full relay, a shorter relay, and a solo 50K option on the Mini Moss course. The event emphasizes off-road running on regional trails rather than city streets.
Distances and team formats
- 80 miles - 15 legs; teams of 2 to 5 runners.
- 30 miles - 8 legs; teams of 2 to 4 runners.
- 50K - Mini Moss solo option.
Course and logistics
The course uses the Olympic Discovery Trail and Olympic Adventure Trails, with sections through Lake Crescent, restored railroad tunnels, and multiple river and railroad bridges. Notable features include the McPhee Tunnel, a viewpoint over Devil’s Punchbowl, the Elwha River Bridge, and the Dungeness River Bridge with Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe artwork. The relay format requires teams to shuttle runners between exchange points.
Entry, limits, and support
Registration is limited by team counts: 60 teams for the Full Moss and 45 teams for the Mini Moss. Per-runner fees listed are $95 (Full Moss), $75 (Mini Moss), and $85 (50K), with scheduled price increases noted in event materials. Registration closes in advance of race day and transfers are allowed; the event has a no-refund policy. All entrants receive race support, an event guide, and event swag.
Community and post-race
An on-site celebration is hosted at 7 Cedars Resort with food, awards, and post-race services. A portion of proceeds supports exchange-hosting organizations, Clallam County ARES, Clallam County CERT, and the Peninsula Trails Coalition for trail construction and maintenance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
