Run Forest Run
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Run Forest Run - Montesano, WA
Run Forest Run is a trail race held at Lake Sylvia State Park in Montesano, Washington. The event offers two distance options:
- 50 K
- 25 K
The course starts and finishes in the state park and otherwise runs mostly on trails through a neighboring working forest owned by the City of Montesano. The 25K is a single loop composed mostly of double or single track trail and gravel road, with less than a mile of paved road. The 50K is completed by running the 25K loop twice. Each loop has about 2,400 feet of elevation gain spread over numerous short climbs. Shoreline running occurs at the start and finish; the rest of the route goes through forest and recently clearcut areas. Sections of trail can be rough, rutted, or muddy, and winter conditions mean runners should expect wet and dirty footing.
Aid stations: the 50K has two stations (start/finish and a little over halfway); the 25K has one station a little over halfway. Stations provide water, candy, cookies, chips, fruit, and gels. This is a CUPLESS event so participants must bring their own cup for drinks.
OlyTrailRunners organizes the race as a nonprofit supporting local trail running and trail preservation. Entry fees are listed as $40 for the 25K and $50 for the 50K. There are no refunds. Runners registered for the 50K may drop to the 25K on race day. No day of registration is allowed per state park rules. A Washington State Discover Pass is required for vehicles parked inside the park. Overnight camping is available at Lake Sylvia. After the race food will be available in the Legacy Pavilion for runners and volunteers, with vegan options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
