Operation Iron Peak

AUG

1

2026

A loaded trail event at Esmeralda Trailhead in Cle Elum, Washington on August 1, 2026. Two options: a 13 mile route with 4,406 ft elevation gain and a 9 mile mini with 2,831 ft, each requiring a 20 lb dry load.

Sat 1 Aug 2026

Kittitas County, Washington

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Mini Standard

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Operation IRON PEAK 2026

Operation IRON PEAK 2026 takes place on August 1, 2026, at the Esmeralda Trailhead near Cle Elum, Washington. The event is presented by Green Beret Fitness and uses trail terrain in the Washington Cle Elum area.

Participants choose between two distance options and carry a specified load. Both routes require a 20 lb dry pack.

13 miles (STANDARD) - 20 lb load dry - elevation gain 4,406 ft
9 miles (MINI) - 20 lb load dry - elevation gain 2,831 ft

There are two ticket types listed for the event: Operation IRON PEAK and Operation IRON PEAK MINI. Published ticket prices show Operation IRON PEAK at $85.00 plus $5.95 tax and Operation IRON PEAK MINI at $75.00 plus $5.25 tax. The event description references summiting Iron Peak as part of the route and mentions dog tags as an event element. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi

Standard

9 mi

Mini